Reticule

What’s in a woman’s reticule,
but a little rouge, mace
and ridicule.
Gentleman, learn to give way.
Save face.

Reviews

[barleygirl]

This is an interesting little poetic statement, largely becuz of your word choices. You pick words that are unusual (ex: "reticule" -- never heard it used for "purse"!) Also "rouge" -- seemingly "retro" word for it. These are little touches that give your poem an "old school" feel, which I enjoy. I love the way you use "reticule" and "ridicule" together as wordplay with sounds. Clearly you enjoy vocabulary. And your wisdom is evident in your final advice! *smile* Fondly, Margie

[Maxwell Ryder]

That’s bang on correct, Margie. Love that word play such as yourself. Might as well use what our vast lexicon offers us.