Category: Poems for Grownups

The pastor asked the boys to help him Borrow some of the Baptists’ chairs. They were having their Christmas program And there wouldn’t be enough of theirs. Their country church was kinda small As country churches tend to go. And when they had a special meeting Their crowds would sometimes overflow. He always took the […]

While Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson Were camping out one summer night, Sherlock awakened old Doc Watson To a most unusual sight. “Look at the stars”, he said to Watson, “Can you tell me your deduction?” ‘Cause Sherlock liked to ask a question To be used as an instruction. Dr. Watson said he saw the […]

He said that fishing with his boss Would be helpful for his career. He told his wife to pack his bags, His new suitcase and fishing gear. He said, “Be sure and don’t forget My silk pajamas and dress socks.” As he left she ran to catch him, “You’re forgetting your tackle box!” When he […]

A scientist, who was of world renown, Happened to meet God one recent day. “You know Mr. God,” the scientist said, “Knowledge has come a very long way. We have to admit that you did it first That all living things were made by you. But we have no need of you any more ‘Cause […]

“It’s time to go,” the Father said, As they all gathered at the gate. They’ve been expecting us for years And now we shouldn’t make them wait. The Son had all the maps and charts, Taken from the Heavenly crypt. Everything was going perfect According to the ancient script. The extravaganza was well planned, The […]