They can draft a man to suit a plan;
give him wage and compensation.
They can craft a man ’til spick and span;
prepare his stage; fresh for new occasion.
.
Surely then, it’s fair that we assume
he’s qualified and suitably recruited.
But soon, far too soon, his costume
slips and leaves his truth disputed.
.
Any fool can dress the part
and for some time play the bluff.
But neither is this good nor smart
as through his polish shows his scruff.
.
Beware the quack with phony bill;
so too folly, doctor-like, controlling skill.
© Tim Grace, (WS-Sonnet 66: line 10)
1 May 2011 (Revised 13 January 2024)
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Tim Grace
A first impression has a lasting effect - it makes a notable difference. In a subtle way that’s who I am as a poet. A ‘first impression’ looking for the gentle ‘twist’ that draws attention to a novel observation.
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A great with a great lesson. Admirable writing .