One little ladybug, looking for fun,
Decided the dragonflies needed a run!
She got their attention, I'd say, rather heartily
When on their heads, acorns dropped smart-ily.
Offering the challenge, she presented "raspberries,"
And led them a chase, more intensely than merry.
Her pursuers, outfoxed, they dropped here and there
While our little ladybug, it seemed, tired nare.
When at last one lone dragonfly had pursued her,
She dropped down to gather her breath.
Our little dragonfly lighted beside her,
And wondered, I'm certain, "What's next?"
All of a sudden, out of the blue,
a small band of ladybugs appeared, it is true.
The poor little dragonfly took off like a shot,
and the ladybugs chased him... and likely as not,
They'd gained a victory o'er that fly, But
A thousand more dragonflies just happened by...
You might wonder what, as this sonnet does end,
lesson those li'l red bugs might just rend?
Perhaps they would tell us,
"Hey! When you go out to play,
Don't tease the big fellows---
They might chase YOU away!"
PS There are quite a number of related little videos you may enjoy over there...
Thanks, Randy and Meg!
She got their attention, I'd say, rather heartily
When on their heads, acorns dropped smart-ily.
Offering the challenge, she presented "raspberries,"
And led them a chase, more intensely than merry.
Her pursuers, outfoxed, they dropped here and there
While our little ladybug, it seemed, tired nare.
When at last one lone dragonfly had pursued her,
She dropped down to gather her breath.
Our little dragonfly lighted beside her,
And wondered, I'm certain, "What's next?"
All of a sudden, out of the blue,
a small band of ladybugs appeared, it is true.
The poor little dragonfly took off like a shot,
and the ladybugs chased him... and likely as not,
They'd gained a victory o'er that fly, But
A thousand more dragonflies just happened by...
You might wonder what, as this sonnet does end,
lesson those li'l red bugs might just rend?
Perhaps they would tell us,
"Hey! When you go out to play,
Don't tease the big fellows---
They might chase YOU away!"
PS There are quite a number of related little videos you may enjoy over there...
Thanks, Randy and Meg!
I saw the video on Randy & Meg's site and laughed. Very cute and fun. Kind of reminded me of Star Wars, the rushing through the woods. I love when the ladybugs surround the one lone dragonfly and act really tough. Your poem is PERFECT, SG!
ReplyDeleteHi Grace, This is where I found the video. It made me laugh, too! In fact, I left a comment with the beginning of this little poem... it was too much fun! :-) Didn't you also love the sound effects?? ha.
ReplyDeleteShady,
ReplyDeleteSuch a cute poem, enjoyed it greatly.
Hi Randy, Thanks. ;-) You never know when you might inspire someone! lol.
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ReplyDeleteSo enjoyed this video , so cute,thanks !
Oh! I'm giggling up a storm! What a fun thing to find on this dreary Monday morning! Thanks for sharing. :)
ReplyDeleteVery cute! I like your commentary.
ReplyDeleteRosey
Rosemary, I see there are quite a number of other little videos. I've watched a couple more, but I may have to get "serious" about it! ha.
ReplyDeleteHi Kate! Wasn't this so cute? Did you see there are others?
Hi Rosey, Thanks! :-) How are you?
What a cute poem, perfect for the video. :)
ReplyDeleteHi Catherine! Thanks. :-)
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely loved your poem. I can see how you were inspired.
ReplyDeleteLisa! Thanks! Wasn't that the cutest video??
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