Jumping to Conclusions

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[Picture Prompt Poetry Contest hosted by Margarita Lillico]

Haughty Tiger was blatantly vain She presumed that poor Ass had no brain Ass stayed cool when hunters came And pretended to be lame But Miss Knowall was bound to a chain. - - - - - - - - -

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Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 7/31/2024 1:39:00 AM

0h this poem is fantastic Paul. Not only is it a great children's story but a lesson for them too and - for many adults as well! I hope you are well my friend my heartfelt good wishes always sent to you from across the pond. Blessings and hugs, Jennifer.

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 7/29/2024 3:34:00 PM

Another soupmail for you

Crystol Woods

Date: 7/29/2024 9:44:00 AM

Oh so clever and witty! Congratulations! Xoxo

Paul Callus
Date: 7/29/2024 12:13:00 PM

Thank you for the complimentary comments, Crystol. Enjoy the week ahead. // paul

Susan Lawrence

Date: 7/28/2024 6:36:00 AM

Hi dear friend Paul , I love the irony and lessons here dear Paul ! Congratulations on your win with this thought provoking poem . It reminds me a bit of reading the great Greek mythologies ! Big hugs, Susan :)

Paul Callus
Date: 7/29/2024 11:57:00 AM

Thank you for the feedback and congrats, dear Susan. I hope all is well on your side of the woods :) Looking forward to your next poem! Warm regards & Hugs // paul

Sara Kendrick

Date: 7/25/2024 2:38:00 PM

Congratulations on your winner. Way to go. Thanks for sharing this great one with us. Companions and friends or enemies? Sara K

Paul Callus
Date: 7/27/2024 12:23:00 PM

Thank you for liking and for the congrats, Sara. Hope you're enjoying the weekend. Regards // paul

Jan Allison

Date: 7/21/2024 3:35:00 AM

such a clever take on the theme Paul:-) many congrats on your win. I hope you and the family are well - please send a little warmth from Malta, the heat isnt reaching the Isle of Man!-) hugs Jan xx

Paul Callus
Date: 7/25/2024 12:41:00 PM

Thank you on all counts, Jan. We've had some hiccups regarding plumbing and electricity, but otherwise we're doing fine. As for heat, I'd be happy to send you at least an extra 15C! Regards & Hugs // paul