For Writers Island 2010 #2
THE PNG JIB
Initially, I thought PNG
Rubber-stamped across my book
Meant goodbye to worldwide travel
On planes, trains and automobiles
But the ‘PNG Jib’ guarantees
A safe-passage exit route
A one-way voyage cargo pass
To Papua New Guinea
No ticket, no passport, no visa
But rest assured, travelling light
Under the cover of darkness
Is not as heavy as it seems
‘Baggage’ handled economy class
No upgrade available
Low profile, mile-high club members
Cater for your every need
If you’re Persona Non Grata
‘Stowaway’ doesn’t have to mean
Three months in the cargo hold
Of a cross-pacific ship
It’s not a course I’d recommend
And like other travellers tales
The PNG Jib ‘guarantee’
Is an old backpackers myth
Interesting tale my friend. I would be sorta scared to travel that way :)
ReplyDeleteLife of the persona non grata seems like that of a refuge Great read
ReplyDeleteThanks to:
ReplyDeleteThom; Just a backpackers myth...
Marja; Only if you outstay your welcome.
Hi Stan, The PNG Jib, phew! Not heard about that one before... Spot on though as all Jib's have a mythical element, reminds me of the meat pie jib at Wembley.
ReplyDeletebtw Nic's posted your book review on Without Boundaries
Learning through poetry. Adventurous! Never knew..
ReplyDeleteStan,
ReplyDeleteGood read. Interesting story.
Pamela
interesting trip Stan....well done
ReplyDeleteThanks to:
ReplyDeleteAndy; Where there's will...
Linda; Amazing how many claim to travel the world without relevant documents.
Pamela; One of many I've heard.
Wayne; Ask someone how they got there...
I wouldn't dare - but a jolly good read.
ReplyDeleteIs "jib" an Americanism? To me it means a) a foresail b)to balk at something c) the long arm of a crane.
Thanks ViV; Jib is a method of gaining entry under false pretences.
ReplyDelete