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Oleander Tea
I poured her oleander tea
Made certain it was sugar-free
She started once again to nag
Then ended with a wordless sag
I buried her body in the yard
Despite the fact the ground was hard
I could well see the deadly joke
Lit one more up, began to smoke
I could then hear a neighbor scream
A sure eyewitness, it would seem
I'm not a man inclined to run
No more hot tea, I've got my gun.
Made certain it was sugar-free
She started once again to nag
Then ended with a wordless sag
I buried her body in the yard
Despite the fact the ground was hard
I could well see the deadly joke
Lit one more up, began to smoke
I could then hear a neighbor scream
A sure eyewitness, it would seem
I'm not a man inclined to run
No more hot tea, I've got my gun.
Published 31st Jul 2018
Author's Note
I'm a coffee man myself.
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Anonymous
31st Jul 2018 1:58am
Excellent and funny. Loved it. I don't know if everyone actually knows that oleander is a beautiful but deadly plant. Loved the close. J.
I'm hoping people realize its lethal properties. Thank you, J. And thanks for the RL inclusion!
Anonymous
31st Jul 2018 2:05am
I truly loved it. And I wanted to remember it in moments of.... need. You never know. J
31st Jul 2018 3:54am
1st Aug 2018 00:43am
31st Jul 2018 5:53am
An enjoyed read.
It covers well the rhythm, rhyme and
dark humor intended.
Well done, Sir Crow
It covers well the rhythm, rhyme and
dark humor intended.
Well done, Sir Crow
1st Aug 2018 00:46am
So glad you enjoyed this, Amorous_tryst. I like my humor black without much sugar.
31st Jul 2018 6:57am
I drink tea without sugar too... but I prefer Lipton or Sabah Tea. You got a good one there... :) Crowfly.
1st Aug 2018 00:47am
I drink English Breakfast Tea when I can't get coffee. It has that kick to it. Thanks Grace!
31st Jul 2018 3:11pm
Oh. You should’ve called, and I would’ve gave you a hand burying that uncivilised biatch in the dirt ~ 😂
Thanks kindly for the giggles !
Thanks kindly for the giggles !
1st Aug 2018 00:49am
Glad you're tickled, Shadow. I would need all the help you could give me. Thanks!
31st Jul 2018 3:15pm
dearest Sir Crow this is deeply dark and sinister
with a perfect rhythm...
I got chills...
love Crim
with a perfect rhythm...
I got chills...
love Crim
1st Aug 2018 00:51am
It occurred to me that this is like one of those old Alfred Hitchcock TV shows, probably before your time. So glad you enjoyed, and got the chills...
1st Aug 2018 7:46am
Ahh, the old Hitchcock shows and the original "Outer Limits" series.
Wonderful 30 min. journeys into the weird, wicked and wild side of the imagination. I enjoyed them immensely.
Wonderful 30 min. journeys into the weird, wicked and wild side of the imagination. I enjoyed them immensely.
31st Jul 2018 7:31pm
I love Oleanders because of their poisonous properties! Such a wonderful read for me! Rosary Pea is also harmless looking but deadly, so take care when using a strand of these beautiful seeds.
1st Aug 2018 00:53am
I'm careless about the exotic foods I eat, so thanks for the warning - and the praise - Bonzi.
I raise a Coffee Stout in your honor , Crowfly...
Well rhymed , by the way !
https://sierranevada.com/beer/variety-packs/coffee-stout
Well rhymed , by the way !
https://sierranevada.com/beer/variety-packs/coffee-stout
2nd Aug 2018 00:50am
LOL oh I love when the macabre comes out of your pen in rhyme, my friend!
( I want that cup n saucer - such a dainty dark to hold aloft, steaming, with my jaunty pinky raised... what a cherished find)
( I want that cup n saucer - such a dainty dark to hold aloft, steaming, with my jaunty pinky raised... what a cherished find)
8th Aug 2018 11:06pm
Just stay clear of the oleander brew. Even Lipton's is superior. Thanks jadey!
