They had warned me to stay away,
Still, I told her all that I had to say.
Whatever happened next was wild news-
People soon knew me & my radical views!
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| Source: FB |
Thanks to the extravagant flibbertigibbet,
I was trending big along with my li'l secret!
Why did I trust her despite the red flags?
Gonna keep learning lessons; won't relax!
Do you have any flibbertigibbet in your circle?
60 words rhyme for Weekend Writing Prompt#433- Circus of Thoughts
*Flibbertigibbet-
Flibbertigibbet is a Middle English word referring to a flighty or whimsical person. In modern use, it is used as a slang term, especially in Yorkshire, England for a gossipy or overly talkative person.
Also, linking with- Poets & Storytellers United - Friday Writings#195
Choosing the Prompt- "I Couldn't Have Done It Without You"- Friday Writings-101
What a great word flibbertigibbit Yes I know people like that. You always have to be careful and sometimes you are not aware and poof your words get spread
ReplyDeleteAn old word but timely. Seems that nowadays, with the web, there are more folks than ever who could be described as flibbertigibbets. :)
ReplyDeleteI might be the flibbertigibbet, most times it is a lady. But I am old, 91, and won't be talking too much so-so longer. I would tell my students, "proofread proof, proof, proof" before in turning in papers, check the spelling. Could also change a few words. I haven't checked but I might some day, check to see who has me the most, google or Bing. You might also, it's interesting but I didn't count that time.
ReplyDeleteI must truly be old; I hadn't known of the gossipy interpretation of the word. So you have taught me something! Also, I like this wry, somewhat satirical interpretation of the prompt.
ReplyDeleteHa! I liked this poem. I haven't used the word for ages...
ReplyDeleteHaha! Guess your friends...and the flibbertigibbet taught you a valuable lesson :P
ReplyDeleteVery nice take on the word!
Cheers,
CRD