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Wanda
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0 posted 2002-02-18 12:18 PM


The Squirrel and Joe

Let me tell you a story I happen to know
it’s about a squirrel and a guy named Joe
You see Joe had a pet squirrel when a boy
He played with that squirrel just like a toy

Now the squirrel was intelligent as could be
Joe loved him so he would let him run free
He’d hide when Joe’s Dad was around
in fact he was not anywhere to be found

That squirrel was forbidden in the house
Joe’s Dad put him on the level of a louse
“He’s a destructive creature Joe,” he would say
Whatever he destroys you will have to pay

Now Joe loved that squirrel with all his might
he knew he’d have to keep him out of sight
His Dad had threatened to make squirrel stew
Joe figured that’s what he’d do if he only knew

One Thursday night Joe was asleep in his bed
The squirrel was curled up; so nothing to dread
Joe’s Dad was at the table eating a piece of pie
The squirrel peeked out, and the pie he did spy

Quickly the squirrel ran up the leg of the chair
jumped on Joe’s Dad, flew up into his hair
Joe’s Dad let out a scream, the squirrel fell
“Joe, get this squirrel,” he said with a yell

Joe could be seen flying out of his room
by this time his Dad had grabbed a broom
This man had a temper like a powder keg
The squirrel ran up his Dad’s pant leg

He danced around all over the floor
Joe knew he was doomed to get“what for”
He was glad his Dad wore his bibbs
eventually the squirrel climbed up his ribs

The squirrel jumped out on the table
then came a scream from Aunt Mable
Joe grabbed for the squirrel, caught his tail
wondered how long he could prevail

Joe’s Dad was swinging the broom
He chased Joe all across the room
Joe cleared the door and ran outside
still holding the squirrel by the backside

He dropped the squirrel who ran for a tree
then Joe tripped over a pail, landed on his knee
That was the end of the friendship with the squirrel
Joe decided it was safer to spend time with a girl

Written by, Wanda 12/29/01


© Copyright 2002 Wanda - All Rights Reserved
Streen
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1 posted 2002-02-18 12:24 PM


I love this poem. It certainly got an audible laugh out of me.
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2 posted 2002-02-18 12:34 PM


Oh Wanda...you certainly can come up with
some really Nutty ones.....enjoyed..thanx..

amusemi
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3 posted 2002-02-18 02:17 PM


I have a squirrel scene in one of the books I began to write years ago.  They have such crazy antics!!  I love this so much!!
Wanda
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4 posted 2002-02-18 02:27 PM


Streen; I am glad you enjoyed the poem.  Thank you for reading and commenting.  Wanda
Wanda
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5 posted 2002-02-18 02:29 PM


Barry; Yes, it is somewhat of a nutty story.  Actually, the story is loosely based upon the pet squirrel my Dad had when he was a boy.  He did crawl up to grab a bite of pie and ended up biting my grandfather.  That was the end of the pet squirrel.  Perhaps the real story would have been more fun.  Wanda
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6 posted 2002-02-18 02:34 PM


Amusemi; Yes, squirrels do have some cute antics.  I have watched a squirrel run up the steps to the front of the house, and play on the front porch.  Inside there is a little pom dog going nutso wanting to get out and tangle with the squirrel. This happened over and over as if the squirrel was deliberately trying to agitate the dog.  If that was the intent, it certainly was successful. Thank you for your comments.  Wanda  
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7 posted 2002-02-18 08:08 PM




(smiles) Awwwwwwww, this is soooooooo cute and adorable, sweet friend, I feel sorry for Joe but I know that he will be so very happy when he finds his dream girl! (kiss on cheek) This had me giggling in delight, sweet friend, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Wanda, thank you for sharing!



May love and light always shine upon you!

Love,
Noah Eaton

Wanda
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8 posted 2002-02-18 09:17 PM


Noah; Since this poem is loosely based upon a pet squirrel that belonged to my father, I know that he never forgot him and the fun he had with him until that fateful day.  Thank you for your comments.  Wanda
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9 posted 2002-02-18 10:47 PM


LOL...I chuckled and chuckled at this one, Wanda...Squirrels and chipmunks are cousins, so it was amusing to read of the antics of my cousin.
I especially enjoyed the squirrel going up inside the dad's bib overalls!

copyright2002 Lyra Nesius

"poetry is life distilled"  Gwendolyn Brooks

jennirey
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10 posted 2002-02-18 10:57 PM


Wanda, this is the fist i have ever read by you, But let me tell you two Stories. My Dad (named Joseph paul)LOL Won a Sugar baby (flying Squirel) at the county fair. One night it climbed into My grandafthers side of the bed and well you know, Grandpa thought it was a mouse and Hit it with his shoe (the squirel did not survive) Second story more recent My Dad was alone in the back bedroom working on the computer.. and Out peeked a Flying Squirel from under the bed. My parents recounted a story of Mom chaseing it with a Broom and Dad Trying to scoop it up with his shoe.. Finally they caught him in the Waste can and took him outside.. Ha You really hit home on this one. (sure your not related) LOL

Jen

Mystic Mystron
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11 posted 2002-02-18 11:19 PM


All i have in my mind now is a song called the Mississippi squirrel revival.

Excelant poem...very funny..very vivid. as if i was there watching it happen..



May the mystic waters flow to inspire you to write a poem

[This message has been edited by Mystic Mystron (02-18-2002 11:20 PM).]

Wanda
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12 posted 2002-02-19 12:52 PM


Madame; I am impressed with your cute little squirrel.  He is a real keeper and goes well with the poem.  Thank you for your comments.  Wanda
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13 posted 2002-02-19 12:55 PM


Jen; I am still chuckling at the stories you told about your father.  Hello Dallas!! We have friends who live in Dallas, Ft. Worth, and Gainesville.  I did feel badly though when the squirrel met his demise.  Thanks for sharing the stories and commenting on the poem.  Wanda
Wanda
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14 posted 2002-02-19 12:57 PM


Mystic Mystron; You had to mention that song and, I have been trying to think of the person who recorded that. It's funny how those things stick in your mind. :-) Thank you for your comments.  Wanda
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