I took a lovely header
In the fine white snow
Today my eye looks better
As the black and blue does show

It was the Brandy I would think
That should not have touchd my lips
A Goblin bought me that last drink
And told me “just take sips.”

The sweet brown ale I had before
Was fine with fish and fries
When I got to number four
A Goblin stole my eyes.

“It’s poet’s fare, so don’t be coy”
My Goblin friend declared
“You’re such a decent, pretty boy”
No compliments were spared.

“Back Goblin! and remove that look
I’m not your friend tonight!
Just let me read my story-book!”
He smiled and said, “Quite right.”

Soon there was a glass in front
That glowed a maple hue
“Just a taste,” did Goblin grunt
“I would, if I were you.”

“Just one more you sprite of doom
Then be on your way!
Go back to your unholy tomb!
I tire of your play."

“My spirit faery warned of you
You tempt with nectar sweet
And grip the minds of gentle folk
With guile and base deceit.”

I left that Goblin, gruesome blob
From his lair I fled
He grinned at me, he did his job
Asked, “Is it me you dread?”

I sighed relief in freshened air
With pride I grit my teeth
Then tripped upon the icy stair
Where pavement lie beneath!

I took a header in the snow
Not so white and pure
From a room where Goblins grow
Entertaining? I'm not sure.

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this one got me thinking about how I can drink and not really act drunk...I used to just channel the drunken energy to my fae friends...they enjoyed it a lot, and I could "keep up" with friends that drink more often (and more) than I do...
I hope the black eye healed up well... :)

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Laiste,

haha...me too, I never act very drunk...just feel warm, fuzzy, see more fairies, and actually make some good decisions or think up interesting story and poem possibilities. I DO feel the hangovers though...they get worse with aging. I do love a good brandy! The eye is beautiful...just one small, yet attractive, scar by my right eyebrow...

Thanks for reading!

Cheers,
Theo

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This poem is one of the poems of the month for Sep. Yay goblins!