Sunday, May 15, 2016

SOMETHING A LITTLE DIFFERENT No 12

I know you all remember this one but sometimes it's good to refresh one's memory.

How doth the little crocodile....by Lewis Carrol

How doth the little crocodile
Improve his shining tail,
And pour the waters of the Nile
On every golden scale?

How cheerfully he seems to grin
How neatly spreads his claws,
And welcomes little fishes in,
With gently smiling jaws!

10 comments:

  1. Lewis Carrol was a master wordsmith wasn't he?

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    1. It gives the imagination a good run for the money. Such fascinating stuff. xx

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  3. .. .. had a chuckle at the mental pictures here... xxxxxxx

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    1. So much of his work gives our imaginations a good work out. xxx

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  4. I remember that from early primary school, but I'm much more familiar with:
    "Never smile at a crocodile,
    no you can't get friendly with a crocodile.
    Don't be taken in by his welcome grin,
    he's imagining how well you'll fit within his skin.."

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    1. Yes, I remember that one as well now you've reminded me of it. Love all that crazy type of poetry or song.

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  5. Now that little tidbit put a big grin on my face, Mimsie!...:)JP

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    1. Glad you enjoyed it. It's always been one of my favourites :)

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