When The Plot Has Its Way
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So, the plot did what it does
It twisted and thickened
Drawing conclusions
Hairs bristled; hearts quickened
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Leading the witnesses
With weak, vague excuses
Lacking true evidence
To explain what produces
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Let's get into it then
The story is juicy
And if it doesn't make sense
I'll be tasteful when choosing
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A way to bend the agenda
And make it more thrilling
One that no-one can defend
If the audience is willing
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So not to be suspect
No winning or losing
With a half empty cup
A light gentle bruising
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Easy to cover-up
On the verge of amusing
In case I need to back-up
To explain what I'm doing
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And do a re-route
The theme, as fluid, as water
Intentions doubt-free
I'm a T crosser, I dotter
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Because we all know the plot
Is valued more than the truth
Next time you're in a spot
Case and point; there's your proof
About the Creator
Kelli Sheckler-Amsden
Telling stories my heart needs to tell <3 life is a journey, not a competition
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Comments (14)
"Because we all know the plot Is valued more than the truth" This made me stop in my tracks and take a deep pause...
Very cleverly done. Kongrats with a K.
FABULOUS!! The rhyme, the flow, the concept, and the execution were all so well done!
Well done! 🏆
Nice work Kelli! Beautifully done! And congratulations 🎊
Congratulations on Top Story. The plot certainly makes the story 🥰
This one was fun, Kelli! Congrats on a well-deserved TS!
Beautiful piece!! Loved the last verse.
"we all know the plot / Is valued more than the truth" - such a profound insight. Amazing work here.
Yes! You so deserve Top Story my excellence' !
Fantastic rhyming!!! Love it!!! Congratulations on Top Story!!❤️❤️💕
That was fabulous. Congrats on the TS.
This poem is so awesome! Love the rhyme scheme. Congratulations on top story!
I feel this as I write my new books! I love plots, but I never know when to end them because I get too excited.