More Nonsense Limerick 64

This poem is playfully subverting the traditional notion of a person's companions, juxtaposing a gentle, affable individual with a group of geese, which are often seen as noisy and unruly. The poem's structure, with its simple, consistent meter and lineation, contributes to its lighthearted tone. The use of short, punchy lines and a loose, conversational stanza pattern adds to the sense of informality and familiarity, underscoring the speaker's affection for the old person of Nice. The rhyme scheme, limited to a single rhyme pair, further reinforces the poem's playful, tongue-in-cheek quality. A structural turn occurs midway through the poem, when the phrase In all sorts of weather serves as a kind of refrain, emphasizing the old person's companionship with the geese across various conditions. This repetition creates a sense of continuity and emphasizes the poem's central idea, while also highlighting the speaker's admiration for the old person's ability to find companionship in unexpected places. The tone shifts from playful to warm, conveying a sense of appreciation for the old person's endearing nature.