–noun
1. a male admirer or lover.
2. a country lad.
3. a country gallant.
The swain swept her off her feet
Leaving her shoes and modesty behind
The swine left her standing at the altar
With a ready cocked gun.
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A novel and unique take on Ms. Willow's photo prompt .... so much meaning in just a few lines (which really come to life.)
ReplyDeleteHa - short and to the point and clever!
ReplyDeleteI like it! Such a small move from a swain to a swine :)
ReplyDeleteSwain to swine- clever twist in just a few words.
ReplyDeleteSwain or swine, men sweep us off our feet. But, we must never leave our shoes behind. Never :).
ReplyDeleteDear Natalie: Ha! Good one! I remember a place where I grew up called "Swain's Greenhouses"; maybe the swain was growing something like roses for his sweetheart until he turned into a swine. Then it was "Swine's Greenhouses; don't see that last name so much. What IS it about some guys? Very humorous take! Love learning these new words! Sounds so old english-y!:)smiles!
ReplyDeletea swain and a swan - and (hopefully) never the twain shall meet
ReplyDeleteSo clever - a short leap from swain to swine. Love it!
ReplyDeleteClick, click... bang.
ReplyDeleteDeath to pigs, eh? ;)
Bacon!
ReplyDeleteLOVE IT!
ReplyDeleteSometimes, less is more. Well done Nathalie.
Very clever..From Swain to Swine
ReplyDeleteLove it.
Short, clever, funny!
ReplyDeleteThanks for illuminating "swain."
sounds like just the jewelry he needs to complete his outfit...lead...one for each button. smiles.
ReplyDeletenice magpie!
Witty transition from swain to swine. Terrific!
ReplyDeleteThe only thing she should have kept is her shoes..let the swine go!! Clever...
ReplyDeletewow. poor girl. looks like she's ready to take matters in her own hands though. Great story in such a few words.
ReplyDeleteOh you've written such a treat!
ReplyDeleteI hope he is bacon now
what a beautiful tale.
ReplyDeletemagnificent transformations!