Give Geeks a Chance

Yeah it's supposed to be funny...but think about it too!

Some women like guys who are muscular and strong,

Or romantic ones who quote poetry all night long;

Some like the jocks who can handle their balls,

But these aren’t the kinds that I go for at all!

I don’t like tough guys who ride on their Harleys,

Or comedians whose humor can rival Chris Farley;

The only guys that can really do it for me,

Can be found in a basement playing D&D.

Or standing in line to see the latest Star Wars flick,

Or at home watching Star Trek--take your pick;

When it comes to lingerie, they aren’t too hard to please,

Princess Leia’s gold bikini always brings them to their knees;

Scientists say we like strong men who can hunt and gather

But today we have grocery stores—so what does that matter?

We like men with a great smile to pass down their great genes

So we don’t have to mortgage the house to fix Junior’s teeth;

But orthodontics may be responsible for Prince Charming’s smile

And you’ll be mortgaging yours like his mom did after a while

Tall men may have good genes to pass down to your offspring

So they can reach the top shelf—but does anyone stop to think

We care about appearance at the cost of what really matters?

Things like intelligence—that’s why many girls would rather

Drool over “Legends of the Fall” instead of “Revenge of the Nerds”

As far as I’m concerned Brad Pitt and the like are for the birds!

I like a man with bigger brains than forearms—if you don’t agree...

Then Good! That leaves more of the nerdy guys for me!

Reviews

[Doug Case]

Haha it's a really nice sentiment! It reminds me of those "I (Heart) Nerds" t-shirts that I've seen around a few times. But as far as the poem itself is concerned, you need to work on the flow. Based on your rhyme scheme, it seems like you're attempting a limmerick style - albeit with a different length - so I would suggest attempting to make it match the traditional style (unless, of course, you're choosing to do something with a twist - more modern). Your imagery, however, is very strong; phrases like "jocks who can handle their balls" and "Princess Leia's gold bikini always brings them to their knees" stand out on their own, while still maintaining the integrity of the piece.

[Absentee Reality Check]

Absolutly hilarious, i can feel the glee shineing through. this is just so funny, that you almost lose the reality of it, the points you make are valid but it is just so ludicrous a suggestion in this day and age. good job!
-ARC

[Tony]

I think its cool to read stuff that comes from real perspective. On the face of the poem is a cute and funny rhyme that many can relate to. In the heart of the writing there exists........how do you say...clues possibly, that provoke thought. At least in the mind of those who will see it.

[Chloe..Across the Unive..]

I agree. love the nerds.. this is playful and fun and for many true, me being one .. the pretty boys are not my type nor are the muscular odd looking guys .. love the nerds and the poem.. sure missed reading you!
Chloe
xoxo

[THE BLACK SEAL]

lol i wonder if i am a nerdy guy? i really have no idea of where i fit in

[justjenn_2u]

I agree, nerds are hot!!! Knowledge is power and you convey that well in this poem.

[Blackbirdsong]

LOL this was great! There are a couple of places where the rhymes were a little off, but really that doesn't take away anything from this writing...I like nerds myself...but I also like Viggo Mortensen. :)

[Ed Rector]

the poem is writen effeciantly enough for a good read through... the ending of the piece sums it up well and gives a good ending as well as a comparison. well done

[Forest Green]

Perky...thoroughly entertaining.

Nice rhyme and pace.

Excellent work. But, cowboys weren't even mentioned...:(

Forest

[Dkincaid]

First thing I've reviewed in awhile and I'm glad it was this. It's light, gave me a smile to read, and I feel it's sentiment not readily popular, which made it fresh.

[James K. Blaylock]

This was such a fun piece to read. I guess that there truly are women out there looking for nerdy guys after all... I never knew that; and I'm a nerdy guy, myself lol.