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A Woman’s Prerogative

A woman can always change her mind,
that is a golden rule.
Realize this men; and don’t be blind,
women are always cool.
Girls are perfect and that’s a fact;
men may think we’re partially cracked.
Girls are perfect...
Girls are perfect...
Even girls that are really stacked.

A woman can always change her mind,
that’s just the way it is.
If you’re wrong she’ll kick your behind,
this isn’t just a quiz.
Do what she says don’t start a fight,
just give in, the girl’s always right.
Do what she says...
Do what she says...
Or else you’ll sleep alone at night.

A woman can always change her mind,
prerogative they say.
Men forget and we must remind,
of what we want today.
Do what we say don’t contradict,
even if words seem to conflict.
Do what we say...
Do what we say...
Else you'll get, your hairy ass kicked.

 

 

 

 

Author notes

For: Allan

 

Trijan Refrain
The Trijan Refrain, created by Jan Turner, consists of three 9-line stanzas, for a total of 27 lines. Line 1 is the same in all three stanzas, although a variation of the form is not to repeat the same line at the beginning of each stanza. In other words, the beginning line of each stanza can be different. The first four syllables of line 5 in each stanza are repeated as the double-refrain for lines 7 and 8. The Trijan Refrain is a rhyming poem with a set meter and rhyme scheme as follows:

Rhyme scheme: a/b/a/b/c/c/d,d refrain of first 4 words of line five /c

Meter: 8/6/8/6/8/8/4, 4 refrain/8

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  • Commodore Rouge
    February 16, 2008

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    Yeah, it is good to write poetry that speaks the truth, that way there is no reason for arguing against it for at least one thing, but then I didn't find anything wrong with this poem to talk about, other than I liked it, and really, what would we do without females? This is a vital poem for today's society to flourish! Credit to you for penning cherishable words of wisdom.


  • Blue Rew silver member
    January 24, 2008

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    This is earthy and adorable...
    just a sassy verse of female worth!
    The last line caused a giggle. Blue


    PS-check your spelling of perogative

  • Cinnarry gold member
    January 19, 2008
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  • roses on fire
    January 13, 2008
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    this is great and so true! ur the best mom!


  • And Hyetal
    January 12, 2008

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    I'm still only 15 and I understand how true this is. (My poor Jordan. ) This was awesomely written. I love the repeated "Do what we say"... That was kind of hypnotising... They better do what we want!

    Good luck in the contest.

    Always,
    Cassie


  • seamaiden
    January 12, 2008

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    Hahaha!!! You hit this one just right. Women are always right and it is our perogative. When men learn this fact everything will be much clearer. This is a wonderful trijan refrain. The rhyme and meter are excellent and you had me lmao with this one. Thank you for sharing this one with me and good luck in the contest. This should be a big hit. Keep writing poet. I love it. seamaiden ♥


  • CherryOnTop
    January 12, 2008

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    I love the background and love the way you put this in perspective. Good luck and thanks for entering my contest.


  • PerVirtuous
    January 11, 2008

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    I don't know what you are trying to say... so I will just nod my head and say, "Yes." A whole bunch of times. The poem is delightful. Perfect flow, wonderful humor, great use of the form. Thank you.


  • cricketjeff gold member
    January 11, 2008

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    Each woman who has changed her mind
    Has other rules, or so I find
    First she'll never see the change
    Or think her thoughts the least bit strange
    We chaps are really just as bad
    With stubborn streaks to drive girls mad
    But everyone here must agree
    That man or woman best is "me"
    The argument from there on in
    Is which of all the mes will win
    And here we fellows know for sure
    The pretty girl will always score!

    Sorry a trijan refrained comment was quite beyond me!
    Love yours though.


  • Whoochi gold member
    January 11, 2008

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    Amen DOLLFACE, it is our perogative....I will never change my mind about how much I love you & your style, you are always and forever teaching me...had no idea what a trijan refrain was...ty hunny, miss you!


  • Tarja
    January 11, 2008

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    SAILOR MERCURY! Very nice touch! (Even though Sailor Jupiter was 10 MILLION times better! This was so amazing... you really captured the message I think Marmee was trying to express... fantastic job darling, as usual.


  • Darianna
    January 11, 2008

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    I love trijan refrains!

    Oooooohh!! I totally have respect for you doing a trijan refrain!! It's really appropriate that you use it here in a contest about women changing their minds at the drop of a hat. The rhythm, rhyme and syllable count reflects this fickle nature as they jump from one type to another all in the same stanza. You use the form well in a comedic way to make light of the issue while again maintaining the opposite view that it is a serious warning also. Very well thought out! Good luck in the contest! Dari xxx


  • MJ Donnelly gold member
    January 11, 2008

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    "Do what she says...
    Do what she says...
    Or else you’ll sleep alone at night."


    Lol! Oh, honey...how very true, been there, experienced that! This was most amusing...of course I mean that in a most respectful way.


  • Cerulean Sunrise gold member
    January 11, 2008

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    Holds true
    & great form as well.

    Much Love
    Mark


  • StarEyes
    January 11, 2008

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    YOU GO GIRL!!!

    My goodness! One to share with many!! this is the greatest!! I love it!! the rhyme scheme is amazing, and the message, even as fun as it is, is very true!! Gave me a huge smile this evening!!!

    Best of luck in this contest!!!


    and love

    Nyetta

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