Humor Poetry posted September 26, 2020

BethShelby

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Nobody Likes a Braggart

by BethShelby

Willie Wong could do no wrong,
and his stubborn streak was strong.
Ranting he was always right--
focused freely for a fight,
though flawless facts he flaunted
His wisdom wasn’t’ wanted..
Brainy braggarts don’t belong.

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Rhyming Alliteration writing prompt entry

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This poem consists of 7 lines with 7 syllables each and contains 1 alliteration in every line. Rhyme scheme is aabbcca.

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Nobody Likes a Braggart

by BethShelby

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