The Jape of Odysseus
by
Terry
I thought one day, when I was young,
to fool the gods and have some fun.
I'd float a jape, up in a cloud,
and laugh at Zeus, and Hermes loud.
For years I worked, past wars and fame,
I offered wine, and put forth grain.
Then when I'd laid my trap to test,
I caught the knee, to play the jest.
The gods, some laughed, some giggled too.
Proud Hera smirked as if she knew.
But Chronos' son, he took it cold.
That very year, he left me old.
2007-02-24 09:01:10 · 9 answers · asked by Terry 7 in Society & Culture ➔ Mythology & Folklore
I often wondered when my Mythic chapbook would be of use.
2007-02-24 09:15:25 · update #1
On the poem from another. It took me several readings before I believe I understood. This means that it was well writen enough that I took the trouble, but in a place of building where plain readers may walk away because they seek easier entertainment.
2007-02-24 15:08:49 · update #2
Very good--nice and light.
Since mythology usually comes up under literature, and can often be presented as a complete yawn, your take on Odysseus is like a cold drink on a hot day--very refreshing.
2007-02-24 09:27:12 · answer #1 · answered by Chrispy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Very nice! :) Where'd you get the idea?
This is one of my own poems from last year. You can read it if you like!
Traveler & The Shaman
Tell me a place where the high winds fly
Tell me a place where the low hills lie
Show me a way to get where I'm going
Show me the way through the river's flowing
Lead me through the forest, show me how to fight
Take me to the path where the end is in sight
Tell me of one place I seek to go
Tell me of one land I wish to know
Show me the place of the devils' keep
Show me the place where the heavens weep
Teach me how to find the love I once knew
Help me to harvest the seeds that grew...
By
amarantine28
2007-02-24 22:29:11 · answer #2 · answered by Ammy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
hers one sittin in achair without a care wondering how long you will be there . after i wrote to your page without a frown i answered your questin without writting it down 55times ive called you today tell me who i am because my calls on the way.sounds like rain but lookslike feet tell me again about your treat. i know you dont believe but listen for phone.
2007-02-24 17:24:18 · answer #3 · answered by mary s 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not bad at all!
You might enjoy my blog for today. Click on it if you like.
2007-02-24 17:13:02 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Very very good poem.
2007-02-24 17:08:55 · answer #5 · answered by Blackbird 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
HI TERRY, LOVE IT' WELL DUN! IT DID BRING SMILES, AND SIGHS. AND FUN.
2007-02-24 17:57:46 · answer #6 · answered by ROONY 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That's good...:)
2007-02-24 17:38:24 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
its great
2007-02-24 17:37:14 · answer #8 · answered by WaZuP_dUdE? 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cute, I like it :-)!
2007-02-24 17:05:36 · answer #9 · answered by StormyC 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋