Haiku: A Third Rate Romance
“If a June night could talk, it would probably boast it invented romance.” Bernard Williams
Haiku: A Third Rate Romance … Starry eyed in Pink boots exits the cafe
Haiku: A Third Rate Romance … Starry eyed in Pink boots exits the cafe
A date night in June
He, Sharp shark. She, Starry eyed
Dress code: casual … cool
Cafe on Main St
Sharp shark is early, She … late
Bad start to a date
Starry eyes strolls in
Casual cool, leggings, PINK boots
Sharp shark looks … surprised
Have you ever had a third rate romance unfold? Many of us have had awkward moments trying to find/build a relationship with someone new. For this exercise, I decided to modify a true story to protect the innocent/guilty. In new relationships, we often have expectations that might not gel with reality. Humor and clarity help but, if one party really dislikes what the other loves, it is probably best to scram… Go where you’re loved.
“He was everything your mother warned you about when she told you not to walk alone in the dark.” Nenia Campbell
Haiku: A Third Rate Romance … Starry eyed in Pink boots exits the cafe
Haiku: A Third Rate Romance … Starry eyed in Pink boots exits the cafe
She, finds him … cringes
Zoot suit, Wall Street bound … black shoes
Exit signs in eyes
Sharp Shark speaks: “You’re late!”
Starry eyes replies: “Shucks! Tea?”
Fingers snap … Waiter!
Intros, Orders, taken
Sharp shark, drones on … She, fidgets
Drinks arrive … two bills
How did it end? Have you ever had a first date the was far off in left field that you wanted to get up and run out of the building? If we’re sincere, we might even admit being on the flip side of a third rate romance, at least once; you know, the one who sat while the other party bolted. Whatever the memory, it’s fine because these incidents add something to our bag of life stories and experience. Ha!
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“Romance is everything.” Gertrude Stein
Haiku: A Third Rate Romance … Starry eyed in Pink boots exits the cafe
Sharp shark shares his … “taste”
High heels, tight skirts, black boots … silks
Stylish gals, cheap thrills
Starry eyes smiles … stands
Nary a Bye!, Pink Boots … scrams
A 3rd Rate Romance
What inspired this version of a 3rd rate romantic escapade? First off, the WordPress prompt got me thinking about some disastrous encounters. Then, I looked at a pair of Pink Doc Martens I bought recently, and an idea formed in my head… Interesting about the creative muse, right? Lately, I’ve taken advantage of the Haiku form in creating pieces that, while they still follow the 5-7-5 syllable format, also tell an obvious, straight up story. I tell the story without too many short, symbolic, coded metaphors. I still love to use some but, the storytelling is also clear. Hope you enjoyed this Wednesday creative writing challenge.
My fellow bloggers were equally creative with their selections. Check out how others interpreted the theme – Third Rate Romance – below.
This post was inspired by a prompt from WP Daily Post: Third Rate Romance Tell us your funniest relationship disaster story.
Positive Motivation Tip: All relationships and/or romantic exchanges leave us with memories that we can learn from and cherish. Make peace with yours.
PHOTO CREDITS/ATTRIBUTIONS: All Photos from my Personal Collection.
Until Next Time…
Ask. Believe. Receive. ©
Elizabeth Obih-Frank
Mirth and Motivation
Positive Kismet
I love those shoes!! They are so cute!!
Thank you!
I love the color of those boots. Those would be perfect for my sister.
Great boots! Love the colour – I had a black pair of Doc Martens as a teen. Tempted to buy a new pair 🙂
Remember how comfy they were? They still are… go for it.
Unfortunately I have had one too many third rate romances. Thankfully I never had that problem with shoes. Never met a pair I didn’t like!
Haha! A blogger and shoe lover in crime 🙂
I can’t think of any relationship disaster at present that has occur to me. But I feel comfortable trusting my gut feelings…..And walking away is my only choice.
far as i’m concerned, anybody who can connect Haiku and pink boots 🙂
Ha! <3
Interesting topic to pair with pink Doc Martins. They remind me of my husband’s fashion sense, and that was not a third rate romance at all 😉
He wears pink boots? Cool! <3
I love your pink boots!! They are adorable!!
Ta love! 🙂
OMG! A sense of humor does help. So glad I’m done with those days. Love the boots.
Lucky you! Haha!
I love your boots. I could definitely see my daughter wearing these! She has a pair that are silver and similar to these.
Silver must be quite pretty
The color of the boots is so different, which I have not seen much before. But I am surely loving it for being so unique. May be I would love to try one such combo or a purple one.
My wife would absolutely love the boots! I think my daughter would like some too if they come in kids sizes.
So interesting! I want to try it. I can think of an interesting dated dating disaster to work out in the haiku, too. And those Doc Martens? Love.
oh my, those are definitely in your face shoes! i wouldn’t know how to wear them
I’ve had my fair shares of third rate romance disasters lol. Those shoes are not a disaster though, I want some now.
Hahah! They are Doc Martens! You can have them anytime. 🙂