A Better Joke

Twist the word just a little
Evoke an image with a fleeting accent
Nonchalantly mix discourse frames
Mock a stereotype with a slight slight, self included
Contribute to ribald repartée

Wit, whim, weird play makes ‘em laugh and marvel at my skill

Perform poorly, eyes glimmering in response to Jesus’ smile
Enter a catastrophe with kind, solid, intrepid lines
Know that your idiocy and mine cause no ultimate harm
Universe destroyers are mere fodder for the wit and whim of my soul-lover

I want to tell a better joke
Live a deeper chuckle