No Lines At All Poem by Lawrence S. Pertillar

I once 'starred' in a play.
Some years ago.
And one of the cast members,
Became so upset.
Because my lines got most of the applause.

That same cast member convinced the critics.
Not to mention my name,
In the review of the play.
Although the one complaining,
About my 'scene' stealing.
Had no lines at all.
Not even one to plagiarize.

And these are the people,
Who embellish their experiences.
Throughout their lives.