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Dr.Moose1
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0 posted 2005-06-27 03:49 PM


I behold the water striders,
such the tiny craft they row.
Skating free on suface tension
'bove the murky depths below.

These are fascinating creatures,
aptly suited to their place,
for what little they displace is
made up for in style and grace.

Unlike those of us much larger,
who displace more than our share
sending all the water striders
on a plane trip through the air!

Bummer! All you water striders,
but, it's Summer, and this pool
is about to be invaded
by us giants, keeping cool!

© Copyright 2005 William E.Kleist - All Rights Reserved
Pilgrimage
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since 2001-12-04
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1 posted 2005-06-27 03:56 PM


Yeah, they're a wonder of nature.  And what are we? Exuberant, I bet!

Nan (Pilgrim variety)

Startime55
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2 posted 2005-06-27 04:03 PM


LOL!!! I love it...refreshingly cool...*hugs*

Dr.Moose1
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3 posted 2005-06-27 09:46 PM


Nan,
Yeah, when I was a kid, I always used to marvel at the little buggers, now I just cannon-ball 'em, exuberantly, of course. Thanks,
Doc

Startime55,
Thanks, I'm always happy to produce a chuckle.
Doc

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