Sunday, November 29, 2009

Paradise Island



Paradise Island

Pssst — I played the most amazing game,
Come close, I’ll tell you its secret name.
I sailed to an island on a ship,
Where kids skate and skip without a slip.

On the island, I found a teepee,
Danced with Indians ’round a big old tree.
To their chief I said, “Tag—you’re it!”
He chased me with a spear but didn’t hit.

I also met Alice from Wonderland,
Joined her tea party, cup in hand.
We played with walking cards — Alice was better,
Even outshining the Mad Hatter.

Then some pirates threw me in the sea,
After Captain Hook played dice with me.
Peter Pan saved me from the sharks,
That was adventure—oh, what sparks!

With tiny Tinkerbell, I flew a kite,
Till Peter Pan brought me home at night.
I told Mum all the games I played,
She said, “Dreams are for bed. Now off — don’t stay!”

6 comments:

  1. Delightful for the children. I love their imagination.

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  2. What adventures there are in dreams, day or night.
    This is really quite an engaging piece.

    PS Thanks for visiting, I could have coped with the fish!

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  3. Marja....love the bouncy feel to your poem. It made me smile......

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  4. This poem is very engaging Marja. It trips the light fantastic. May we all have such wonderful dreams.
    Hugs
    Peggy xxxx

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  5. Wonderful poetry! Found your blog through google images. Come see my alice in wonderland art if you have time.

    I'll be back to read more lively poetry!

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