parrish or perish
this issue: haiku,
bon mots, poems, witty verse parrish as gangnam? This month I’m going all NPR and providing an intellectual interlude with a fine selection of appropriate poetry. First we begin with some original compositions in the time-honored genre of Haiku—every seventh grader’s introduction to poetry, at least back in the day. Look it up!
Dr. Jeffrey Parrish “If everyone is thinking alike, then somebody isn’t thinking.” — George Patton
WDS Future Elections spark rebellion Uncertainty certain
Legal cannabis Many election allies Children’s Alliance?
Legislature tough Never know who’s in control Tune in in April
Politics scary Enough without imagining President Roseanne Barr
McKenna Gangnam? Check out mash up on YouTube Republicans rock!
New Dean, New Day, Yay! UW SOD needs help Get out your checkbook
Critical endorsements For any President race: LiLo, Honey Boo Boo
Compensation “cut” To 1.1 million dollars Dental “insurance”—what a gig!
Elections over For this season anyhow Nation’s future bleak
Greg’s life a whirlwind But laid low at the moment Prayers for you, Man
Oh, Danny Boy Your term looks quite challenging Hang tight in Oly And now for some “professional” selections by real poets: The moon shines brightly Upon the glass of water Where Grandma’s teeth rest — Unknown author When I got braces You made such fun of my teeth Now mine real yours false From Louise in England: Sore gums, tender teeth If your smile reflects the sun You must have braces. — Kathy C in Maryland I climbed the mountain, The meaning of life to find. “Floss!” was all he said.
The views expressed are those of the writer and do not necessarily reflect the opinion or official policy of the WSDA.
— DanEnglish@flossing.org continued on page 53
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