
Please see the Transcriber’s Notes at the end of this text.
Good Resolutions.
Beware of Rash Judgments.
Flattery.
Lavishness.
The Wicked Punster.
The Church-Goer.
Speak Kindly.
Good Manners.
Appearances are Deceitful.
A bright, tongue‑in‑cheek collection of limericks sweeps the listener through the calendar, offering a fresh, witty vignette for each month. The verses turn everyday moments—new‑year resolutions, beach‑side mishaps, church pew slips, bakery blunders—into compact, rhymed jokes that sparkle with wordplay. Illustrated by the author herself, the book’s modest décor adds a charming, visual pause between the rapid-fire couplets.
The humor ranges from playful self‑deprecation to gentle satire, touching on everything from daring flirtations to the absurdities of auction finds. Each poem is framed by simple “January,” “February,” and so on, giving a sense of rhythm that makes the listening experience feel like a leisurely stroll through a whimsical diary. Listeners who enjoy quick, clever verses will find the set perfect for brief, delightful breaks throughout the day.
Language
en
Duration
~16 minutes (16K characters)
Release date
2026-04-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1878–1940
A witty and prolific early 20th-century writer, she moved easily between novels, plays, poems, humor, and illustration. Her work often carried a sharp social eye and a lively, modern energy.
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