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It's a Mad Hatter's World

A spinning world globe just set off the center of its axis pole, Welcome to the mad-mad Hatter’s topsy-turvy upside down Wonderland, just another inside out hole where bunnies ware Waist coats and fancy pocket watches! Empty tea cups, please move down one place, as this riddler Of whimsical nonsense speaks volumes in sheer delights oration, In his long tuxedo top hat and tails, a gentleman amusement maker, Whom knows how to put on the Ritz with classical distension. It’s a mad, mad Hatter’s world after all isn’t? The ring master of the human imagination, a carnival clown Of wonderland but here in the mad hatter’s world of wonder, Nothing is what it seems to be? What a mystical place of total non-sense, just through the Looking glass of realities rippling pool, here time is just relative, And the mad hatter of poetic slapstick, tips his hat to all those Whom fall through seeking a retreat from realities harsher view On life! Times law breaker tossing his hat high up into the air, a gentleman Time bandit living on a no time limits schedule, but whatever sets His fancy at that moments frozen vision! Fancy’s fanciful character living on the edge of the glass sill of The queen’s judgement, off with his head, existence’s rebel Whom smiles at the Cheshire cat with an amusing antidote, Mind your own business you noisy little pussy-cat! A time juggler with flying tea cups and saucers, a mischievous fellow Spewing out poetic illogical limericks as a caravel carney, waggishly Winking at the innocent soul! Wizard word magician of this outrageous kingdom, left off the hook And out of control, click, clock Mr. Tick, Tock, this grandmaster of Illogical time, but the mad hatter does it with such a blaze of savvy’s Pointe savoir-faire as he bows hat in hand unto each new arrival. Listen can’t you hear this artistic fellow rat-tap, tapping at the Thin glass of the tilting mirrored timepiece, laughing out loud As another young Alice slides down the rabbit hole of The timeless. On the stage of life, a royal flush takes it all, as the queen of the Nivea heart screams off with head one last time, the hatter bows Low unto she of noble birth, then laughingly rides off into the vast Horizon of wonderland, waving maybe another time your majesty! Oh time juggler tossing fifty-two pick high up into mid-air, As the cards spin wildly with an unearthly mystical tone, Whistling this gentleman gypsy, catches one by one in a Shuffled deck, slides them within his vest pocket, and smiles Slyly at Alice, shall we forth my dandy gal, for there is much to See and experience here in this realm called wonderland! BY: CHERYL ANNA DUNN DEDICATED TO ANDERA HOPE YOU LIKE KIDDO

Copyright © | Year Posted 2016




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Date: 1/14/2023 3:33:00 PM
I don't know where you are Cheri, but I hope very much that you are doing well. I looked for Bindu Vijayan and could not even find an account for her :( Wishing only the best for both of you. ~Flo
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Date: 9/7/2022 8:00:00 AM
I do miss your written word.....may you be with God, with pen in had, and paper laden
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Date: 10/15/2020 10:19:00 AM
I recall you had passed away, Cheryl, but I can't remember how I learned it. Anyway, just back here to say you are not forgotten. From the comments, it looks like you left us in 2016. I believe someone did a blog on it and that must be how I knew it in the back of my mind. Will always remember you, Cheryl.
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Date: 6/22/2022 8:57:00 PM
I did not know she passed :( I still come through now and again to see if she had returned while I was gone.
Date: 7/17/2018 3:02:00 PM
Wow, I had to favorite this one; it has such stellar imagery. Thanks
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Date: 3/6/2017 4:13:00 AM
Excellent write. R.I.P and my prayers for your family.
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Date: 1/13/2017 7:18:00 PM
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Date: 11/8/2016 12:35:00 PM
Great words the world is lead by mad gangs i love your use of words Richard
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Date: 10/12/2016 7:30:00 PM
Oh, dear Cheryl, I will miss you! I will always cherish the River of Doubt that you wrote upon my suggestion. I'm sure God has a nice place for you. Rest in Peace.
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Date: 9/7/2016 11:29:00 PM
This world is a wonderland and a mad hatters world too so I enjoyed yor sublime muse and take on the famous Alice in wonderland story. Yor wordings and phrasings were great too, ESP savoirfaire , rippling pool, poetic slapstick and more. Kudos. Nice to read from yor talent again.
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Date: 7/28/2016 4:03:00 PM
Quite superb!
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Date: 6/4/2016 11:45:00 AM
Cheryl, Dear: How I wish you were reading this response. Alice in wonderland was my favorite especially the white rabbit. You have revived the party with delightful alliterative touches,humor, teacups and pussycats. Your gift of words will comfort your family and us for always. I hope heaven is a Wonderland of Peace, Hugs, SuZ
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Date: 6/3/2016 8:00:00 AM
I'm shocked at the news!! I suspected that something was amiss, but not this. Cherl was a talented writer, and a great person as well. We were very good friends and she was so very supportive to me. I'm at a loss for words. ~ To you, dear Cherl...may you find fresh inspiration in pastures new. Big hugs...paul
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Date: 6/3/2016 6:10:00 AM
- When the soul bursts and my heart bleeds ....today my tears rolling more than they should ... one friend has passed away, but I will never forget you - Rest in peace, Cherl - Love from Norway // Anne-Lise :)
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Date: 6/3/2016 4:00:00 AM
R.I.P, Darling, my heart and prayers go to your family. You are forever in our hearts. Your poetic sissy Skat (Kiddo)
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Date: 6/2/2016 11:58:00 PM
Rest in Peace sweet poet, you have left us your gift of poetry and you are now an angel watching over us. You will be missed, dear heart, and be part of our hearts forever. Constance
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Date: 6/2/2016 10:57:00 PM
You last email teasing me about the Boston marathon, thank you, I hope you are smiling from heaven, Silly to be so sad when I know your family must be mourning you so, I hope they realize how you touched the souls of so many people around the world! I truly miss such a wonderful cheri!
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Date: 6/2/2016 7:56:00 PM
It's a beautiful world. Cherl, you are my golden poet. I will miss you forever.... LINDA
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Date: 5/29/2016 3:18:00 AM
Richly worded and described Cheryl..'
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Date: 5/22/2016 11:35:00 PM
Ah, Cherl, what a menagerie of imagery. Wonderful flow and phrases.
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Date: 5/20/2016 3:28:00 AM
wow, with such detailed description, you must have been alice in your past life, cherl.. good to see your penning again!..huggs
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Date: 5/18/2016 9:04:00 PM
Wonderful poem, but more important is nice to see you back I hope all went well and I will see you at the next Boston marathon! :) Hugs
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Date: 5/16/2016 10:21:00 PM
I do like this one very much, I am So so happy to see you back, Love SKAT
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Date: 5/16/2016 4:52:00 PM
Welcome back with another superb write, Cherl!! ... a lovely and sweet topic which appeals to young and old. You have lost none of your captivating writing ability. ~ I hope you are keeping well, and taking it easy. Pls thank your daughter for the updates:) ~ Take care! Regards // paul
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Date: 5/15/2016 8:18:00 PM
wow, I had no idea you were doing this, Cheryl. while reading it, i FELT like I was in that mad mad world of the mad hatter. A wild ride, sweetie and a HIGH SEVEN!
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Date: 5/15/2016 9:07:00 AM
Impressive, a triumphant return. I too hope you are well. Hugs Rick.
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