Thursday, May 29, 2014

Jack The Ripper / More Than Meets The Eye (Comparison poems)

One needn't look far to find a Byronic male.
They're the first call you make when you need a ride home and payment of bail.
They'll look the other way when they catch you in the wrong,
And even nod their head when you beg them to "just play along".
Yes, the Byronic male doesn't hesitate to help a friend,
So long as they've got some money to "lend".
The Byronic male, foolishly renamed Superman,
Loves to rescue all that he can.
Disguising greed in a bright red cape,
who would've guessed blackmail as a way to get in shape?
Do not be fooled by Superman's kindness,
For he is really just testing you for potential blindness.
He lives to hear his admirers say "I owe you one"
Knowing he has power over them is far too much fun
Once he's called you on it more times than seem justified,
You'll wonder "resourceful or devious?"and be unable to decide.
Beware of situations where you are not sure what to do,
And take caution in crying for Superman to save you.
More power to you if you feel no shame.
If it all comes crashing, you have only yourself to blame.

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The life of a princess, how delicate and sweet.
A life of power, wealth, and beauty could not be more complete.
The wealthy princess never had to work for a dime,
For messing her hair could be considered true crime.
The powerful princess has the world in her fingertips,
and any gentleman would kill for a taste of her lips.
The beautiful princess is given only one chore:
To be as flawless as every princess before.
She is raised to believe that beauty is all she will need.
As a woman, having nothing else to offer, is another lie they must feed.
She will not be brave or educated enough to do anything but fret.
For every Byronic male is well aware of his stance,
and how quickly it can be taken after one wrong glance.
The confident woman does not stress over her looks,
She focuses instead on the hidden powers of books.
She'll bat her eyelashes and giggle mindlessly,
Until the day comes where she makes her stand, ceremoniously.
One day the pretend princess will make it clear:
A clever woman conceals strength that knows no fear.

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