Word of the Day: Meretricious

Coral Levang
Flashing nature's adornment
With tawdry motives,
He struts around
Like a peacock in bloom.

He scavenges-crow-like-
For society's discard.
Squawking vulgarities
At those who care not to notice.

A spurious version
Of "Cock-ly" perfection,
He has the audacity
To call another, "Whore!"

Note: Adapted from author's "Words" blog at WordPress.com

Published by Coral Levang

Coral Levang is a trainer, coach, speaker and writer whose mission in life is to inspire others to see beyond the challenges they face in their lives, both personally and professionally. She candidly shares...  View profile

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  • Kathrine Lloyd8/2/2010

    Good one Coral!

  • Mike Powers8/2/2010

    Superb poetry, Coral! Thanks!

  • Michele Starkey8/1/2010

    cheers :)

  • Tony Payne8/1/2010

    Very good, like it.

  • Delicia Powers8/1/2010

    Wonderfully done:0)

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