I’m In Charge Here, Aren’t I? ( With Epilogue)

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Man Versus Woman (No Contest)

I’m In Charge Here, Aren’t I? ( With Epilogue)

What is it she doesn’t understand?

Why does she question my every command?

The universal law of man gives me the right 

To make decisions without fear of a fight?

I’m bigger, I’m stronger, and I rule the roost

I’m the one who decides who gets seduced

Yet time after time she gives me that look

And I end up looking like an insipid schnook

No threats. No violence. Just casual glances

That indicates the rejection of any romantic advances

But what do I care; I can take it or leave it?

She can’t intimidate me I can take a hit

So I stand my ground and thumb my nose

My true feelings are the last thing I will disclose

So now that I’ve got her just where I want her

I play my trump card in the manly terms I prefer

 She responds with a smile, sheer putty in my hands

She glides gently toward me, completely silent, no demands

Whispers softly in my ear “I don’t want to appear a grouch”

“But I think that tonight you might be more comfortable on the couch”.

 

I’m In Charge Here, Aren’t I?

Epilogue

I rise early the next morn with a crick in my back

The couch providing motivation for a more persuasive attack

As she slumbers peacefully in my king size bed

With dreams of her victory still filling her head

I creep toward the bedroom only to confront her dog Bess

  Who greets me with a snarl only adding to my distress

I attempt to sidestep the mangy mutt but it’s to no avail

The snarling beast is relentless and once again I must fail

I retreat to the couch feeling helpless in my own home

‘How can a King rule if he is denied his own throne?”

I hear rustling from the bedroom so I prepare my next move

The kitchen is now my turf and I have something to prove

I take up a position and strike a formidable pose

She saunters in her demeanor completely composed

With a smile on her lips making me feel a bit queasy

She says “since your fixing breakfast I’ll have two eggs over easy”   

 

©Copyright Charlie Gragg, October 13, 2010

                  

 

 

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Olan01 commented on I’m In Charge Here, Aren’t I? ( With Epilogue)

10-16-2010

This is great with a great ending, my friend.........................Olan.

Hampton

10/16/2010

Your comments are very much appreciated.

ginga commented on I’m In Charge Here, Aren’t I? ( With Epilogue)

10-15-2010

Charlie, While your at it could you bring her a coffee bedside? These 2 parody poems gibe woman libbers a bad name. ginga

Hampton

10/15/2010

My only intent is to entertain (and of course send a message or two when I have the opportunity.) Thank you. Your comments are cherished.

StandingBear commented on I’m In Charge Here, Aren’t I? ( With Epilogue)

10-15-2010

Haha! This is all too true all over the entire world. This highly acceptable humor write sheds light on so many instances that are often simply left hanging in the balance on the winner's side .. the all too elusive female with cake crumbs on her smirking lips. Did you say her dog's name is Daisy? j/k! SBear

Hampton

10/15/2010

Her dog's name may be what ever you wish but remains a symbol of the power that women wield. Thanks.

RareNecessity commented on I’m In Charge Here, Aren’t I? ( With Epilogue)

10-14-2010

Love the creativity of an age old question....I needed this after a long day of working in crisis. I feel the love and balance in the piece Hampton. Simply delightful! Thank you!:) ~rn~

Hampton

10/14/2010

You are a jewel. Thank you. I hope tomorrow is less stressful.

Chaos128 commented on I’m In Charge Here, Aren’t I? ( With Epilogue)

10-14-2010

Ha ha If you have to ask, chances are you 're in denial about the coup d'etat. Very sophisticated and funny.

Hampton

10/14/2010

Thank you for the nice comments.

In science one tries to tell people, in such a way as to be understood by everyone, something that no one ever knew before. But in poetry, it's the exact opposite.

Franz Kafka (1883-1924) Czech writer.

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No Offense, Just My Opinion 16
Lucky 10
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I’m In Charge Here, Aren’t I? 7
Remembering 11
This Web We Weave 13
The End 16
The Day the Clouds Cried 16
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