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Taking Control of the Situation

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Waking up in the morning to the ring of the phone
Still half asleep I answer with a mumbled hello groan;
It was more prospective buyers, what do they want?
They’ll be there in just a minute, he says nonchalant.

Well, I could handle the family who came an hour late
Or that little boy who accidentally broke my favorite plate
But oh no! This has gone way too far this time
Barging into my house this early should be a crime!

So me and my wife, we decided to come up with a devious plan
Because I’m not selling my house to the one-minute warning man!
So after that family came and went we sat down and wrote it all out
The plan to scare these prospective buyers away without any doubt;

“Children, come here quick! Mommy and I have something to tell you
Until we move you no longer have to keep your rooms clean, its true!
You can leave your toys wherever and leave your clothes on the floor;
But remember, this is just until we leave and the last time we close the door.”

We also gave a call to our realtor and told him we wanted to increase the price
He told us this wasn’t a good idea, but we told him we didn’t want the advice;
Just a few days ago we had picked up all of fall’s leaves in the font yard,
But we took them all and threw them back over with very little regard;

We stopped cleaning up the kitchen after meals, maybe that’s the smell
Or maybe its cuz our puppy loves to poop on the floor, a stench from hell
We make sure to have our music blaring whenever the buyers decide to come
We use to vacuum, but no more! The toilets have been soiled with scum!

In our front room we use to keep fresh cut flowers to add something pure
But we decided to let them die which was probably very immature
We put back up the ten year old wallpaper that was complete trash
And in the walls we decided to throw tomatoes and watch them smash;


Yup, I think this will work at keeping those prospective buyers away
Our house is now definitely an example of a house in disarray

 

 

 

Author notes

Just inspired by the contest. I did a bit of research online for this to find out what people do to fix up their houses, and wrote about the opposite. A bit more lengthy than what I usually do. Hope you liked it

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  • Sanguinarius
    August 8, 2008
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    This was great, LOL terrific write you have penned here ~Bret~


  • ShaddowsDarkened
    June 24, 2008

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    its quite amusing!

    lol! it made me laugh quite a lot, trying to get people to stop wanting to buy the house, i had a giggle reading it.

    keep writing,
    holly x


  • The Poetic Bandits gold member
    June 22, 2008

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    Bandit appreciation!

    Thank you Tim for this wonderful write and adding it to Bandits reading list

    ~Lilac


  • Lady Altheia
    June 21, 2008

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    Nice, I had an entry in this contest too. I didn;t win any trophies though. Sounds like quite a mess to clean up though.


  • Polaja Greeters member
    June 20, 2008

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    I really liked this now I know that if I am ever buying a house what to look out for! Beautiful flow and rhythm - a joy to read - although I did screw my nose up at the dog poop part congratulations on the honorable mention - you definitely deserve credit for this one!

    Keep writing

    Polly


  • ronnica
    June 19, 2008

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    If I could I would
    talk of this and that and
    give more disruptive advice,
    but only one thing comes to mind
    you forgot the UNWELCOME mat


  • Dark Otter
    June 19, 2008
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    Just a little tongue in cheek!

    Its humor is fresh and appealing. Don't invite me over.


  • grannyeri gold member
    June 18, 2008

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    Can see that sometimes people put their houses up for sale, yet later on do not want to m ove anymore. This just shows to all the trouble they will go through to not sell the place when it is to be shown. Cute. Good flow, rhytm and rhyme in these lines.

  • Shadow Darkstar
    June 17, 2008

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    I read this before, but couldn't comment. So, I want to take the time to do so now. I found this humorous, and something my step-ather might do, or act like. He's known for doing things like this, as I have bene a personal target. This was well crafted, and I do believe the picture fits well. You said that this was a bit lengthy, but I have to disagree with that, Not lengthy at all. My attention pan of a gold-fish didn't come into play here. Great write, keep penning.


  • quantumsurveyor
    June 17, 2008

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    This is so witty and reminds me - even now - of the klutzes that come to view our house. I think this would be even funnier if the rhythmic structure was sounder. It is much akin to a ballad/humorous monologue from the likes of Marriot Edgar and for me, needs that kind of even balance. I wanted the house to sell anyway!!!


  • Elle Kaye
    June 16, 2008

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    Fantastic write, I'm actually in the middle of a class at the moment and had to work really hard to keep from laughing out loud. Since half the class is doing an exam, i dont think i would have been to popular for breaking their concentration Wonderfil write, really enjoyed it.


  • Twinstar
    June 16, 2008

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    Ha! that is so funny! I'll bet you won't be seeing them anymore either. Great little story you have penned here.

    Love & light
    Debbera


  • Beauty Of Silence
    June 13, 2008

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    YEP! thats totally gonna work! This was definitely a funny write! You've got an awesome sense of humor... this made me laugh while enjoying every line! great rhyme too! >.< brilliant piece!


  • pattyann4500
    June 10, 2008

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    Oh, this is just too funny!!!!! What a pure nightmare for house hunters to come by your house and not dash right out. LOL This is sure to delight the contest host. Great job, Tim! Hugs, Patricia


    • Sharcu silver member
      June 10, 2008
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      Thanks Patricia You always know what to say to get me to smile


  • Recluse Writer gold member
    June 8, 2008

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    Thanks Sharcu
    Okay...am taking note of these!
    Already doing the Autumn Leaves trick
    (mind you don't slip on them as they can be dangerous on this concrete!!)
    Dog is taking care of the canine tactics by Scooting when they walk in
    (see video link on contest)
    DEAD FLOWERS hmmmm?? with my blue fingers I am sure I can arrange that
    Might have to RENT A KID or two (mine are grown and gone) Flashes down memory lane...FORGET THAT ONE MATE!
    Doing my best with the untidy kitchen...(Natural gift I have )
    Vaccuumming...well I beat you to that one...no more running around like a cut cat BEFORE THEY ARRIVE!
    One room already has the wallpaper stunt covered
    All other tips I will take on board and I do so appreciate the effort you went to with this write
    Good luck at judging time.
    Linda


  • WolfHeart
    June 8, 2008
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    Honey, this is brilliant. I giggled and then laughed out loud. Very clever...very cute.


  • YoursTrulyJulie gold member
    June 8, 2008

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    Wow...what an AWESOME lot of suggestions you've penned here

    I'm sure Recluse will be putting some of these suggestions in to action

    Thanks for your entry in out fun contest and best of luck

    • Sharcu silver member
      June 8, 2008
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      I wrote out the list of suggestions first and then wrote this... didn't think it'd be so long. Glad you liked it, though


  • warrior-eagle
    June 8, 2008

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    This was very hilarious,
    I beleive this is really...just plain funny..
    it's too hot for me to make an intellect comment.

    ..Simply Me♥

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