Open Poetry #23 |
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Toerag and the Foo Bird |
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Balladeer
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since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA ![]() |
While traveling in Africa, Three bozos on a safari led By natives, saw a large bird swoop And leave bird droppings on their heads. The natives fell down to their knees And fervently began to pray. Toe,John and Larry, all confused Didn't know what to say. The leader of the natives said, "That was the foo bird passing by. Legend says that if you wipe The droppings off, then you will die!" Larry C. said, "This is mad! The foo bird? Never heard of it. I'll not spend my entire life Wearing around a piece of ----!" So he reached up and wiped it off And there he fell, dead on the spot. ![]() Toe and Long John decided to wear it, Whether they liked the thought or not! They went through the jungle another week WhenJohn gave out a vicious yell And said, "Not even death, my friend Could be as cruel as this smell!" So he reached up and wiped it off And there he fell, dead as could be. ![]() Old Toerag said,"The legend's true. I'll never wipe it off of me!" He went through his time in Africa Then caught a flight back home, A handsome man with a sunburned face - Doo-doo on his dome. The years passed quickly. He worked hard And found both wealth and fame. Success was smiling down on him. He had a famous name. He fell in love with a pretty girl Who stole his heart away, And, six months later, they sat down To plan their wedding day. "Toe", she said, "you are my life But I would never wed A man who has to go through life With bird dung on his head!" Toerag said, "It's been ten years Since I have come back home. Surely the curse of the foo bird Wouldn't last this long!" So, with an air of nonchalance, He reached and wiped his head, And, seconds after doing so, He keeled over...dead!! ![]() The moral of this story is (I hope you're able to bear it) Remember, as you go through life, That, if the foo shits, wear it! ![]() |
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Mistletoe Angel![]() ![]() ![]()
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
![]() (giggles in delight) Oh my gosh, this reminded e of the movie Labyrinth, for whoever touched the turtle stench in the swamps stunk for the rest of heir lives, so lives such a curse! LOL! At least if he combs it over he might look like Steve Martin! LOL! This is funny, sweet friend, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Balladeer, thank you for sharing! ![]() May love and light always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton "Underneath your clothes there's an endless story..." |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Oh, my gawd! What a tragic story. I can't stop crying. This breaks my heart.... and for some unknown reason my panties are wet! ---I guess I wasn't crying afterall. I must have been laughing and p..sd my pants! EA [This message has been edited by Earth Angel (10-16-2002 12:02 PM).] |
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WhiteRose Member Elite
since 2002-07-23
Posts 3208somebody's dungeon |
I don't know if the poem is funnier, or Linda's response is what has be laughing so hard I fear the same fate awaits for me that she suffered so publicly. ![]() This is just too funny. ![]() |
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Krissy Senior Member
since 2002-02-22
Posts 556kent England |
Very good Balladeer a lovely write I wish I could write like that never mind lots of love krissy And while thy willing soul transpiers |
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Marsha![]()
since 2000-07-10
Posts 7423Maidstone Kent England |
'Deer dearest heart I laughed so much the librarian came and shushed me. I shall blame you for being ejected from this hallowed hushed place. As always dear 'Deer you write wonderfully and for you I'll even put up with being unceremoniously asked to leave. As long as I don't get banned its okay Truly fabulous writing and a terrific tale told in your unbeatable style. I love it utterly utterly utterlty as always Mushy ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Breathe through the heat of our desire |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Balladeer, You never cease to amaze me, with your wit and humor. Your garden is just full of blooms,just blooming blooms of humor. |
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garysgirl![]() ![]() ![]()
since 2002-09-29
Posts 19237Florida, USA |
Mr. Michael...deer....I just don't know what to say. You can make anything rhyme, can't you, Mr. Deer!!!HaHa!!! You guys are so funny. Please don't stop, though....I love it. Love To All, Ethel |
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regards2you Member Elite
since 2002-10-01
Posts 3940California |
You really are so clever. Am still laughing. Enjoyed this. Warm Regards, Pat ![]() ..without surrender, be on good terms with all persons.. |
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Magnus![]() ![]()
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA |
Michael....of course you know..that us used to be...but still are...sailors... surely would never fall into such a trap as this one that you have managed to create and cause me to endlessly watch over my head and duck repeatedly..... |
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NewEnglandlazurlu Member Rara Avis
since 2002-01-04
Posts 7470A Mountain Paradise |
Michael, this is a scream! I'm laughing so hard I have tears running down my cheeks. How you manage to keep up the humor with your two buddies is beyond me. I think the three of you should take it on the road. And Linda's response, just added to my laughter. Thanks for the warning to stay out of the jungle ... Marti |
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Wind![]()
since 2002-10-12
Posts 2981 |
Hillarious! Those poor people! I I ever go on a safari myself, I will wear a hat!! |
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Sunshine
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since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Oh, foo! |
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the_loner_23 Member Ascendant
since 2002-06-08
Posts 5479Jacksonville, Florida, USA |
LMAO ![]() Cold hands means a warm heart |
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LngJhnAg Member Elite
since 1999-07-23
Posts 3508Boot+Kitty=Poetry in motion |
And let's not forget 'Deer's other pen name - you guessed it! Foo Bird |
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Paul Wilson![]() ![]()
since 2002-07-07
Posts 4711United States |
Balladeer...A wonderful funny story...Paul I guess it just goes to show It's safer to always wear a chapeau Chapeau= French for hat or head cover. |
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vlraynes Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-25
Posts 8229Somewhere... out there... |
What 'deer forgot to mention was that he was on that trip That day of old in Africa when the Foo Bird let it rip While walking with his buddies he was showered with that stuff That bird just kept it coming till it thought he'd had enough Now, 'deer, he is no dummy and he watched his friends' demise He swore he wouldn't do the same - for he was much too wise He proudly wore that hat of dung right there upon his head Although his smell was dreadful, at least he wasn't dead Today, he's back in Florida Foo doodoo for a crown And he's the guy who has more scents than anyone in town ![]() Love ya, 'Deer ![]() "...until you have read the verse on his heart, |
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Bill Charles Member Patricius
since 2000-07-11
Posts 10619highways, & byways, for now |
Balladeer - h'aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa, Deer, you are something else. What a great humorous poem... BC |
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Bill Charles Member Patricius
since 2000-07-11
Posts 10619highways, & byways, for now |
Balladeer - Please forgive me, but have you ever heard of the Kiki Bird???? BC |
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Mysteria![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]()
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Ah but you are too clever, and Vicky is right behind you there with her common sense. It is reading poems like these I remember what a wonderful place this truly is. Oh by the way there is still one foo **** line to fix, so it is a good thing you rhyme right ![]() |
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Madame Chipmunk Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-05
Posts 8296Michigan |
HaHaHaHaHaHaHaHaHaHa This is really funny, Michael... I guess the trick must be to arrange it so that the foo doesn't s---! Try feeding it some Immodium ![]() ![]() Lyra |
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hoot_owl_rn Member Patricius
since 1999-07-05
Posts 10750Glen Hope, PA USA |
Laughing here in PA....only you deer friend would come up with a gem like this one ![]() |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
God: "Toe, just turn the other cheek" Satan: "Don't get even Toe, get ahead" God: "Oh what the hell, it's Balladeer..go for it!" |
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suthern![]() ![]()
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
I'm so glad you gave a bit of warning before that "moral". *G* My gag reflex is working overtime these days! LOL This is hilarious, Deer One... and now that Toe has God's permission to retort, I can't wait. *G* |
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Titia Geertman Member Ascendant
since 2001-05-07
Posts 5182Netherlands |
Toe, Longjohn and Larry are dead ![]() Now who are you going to pick on now ![]() Oh boy, can't imagine I've missed this yesterday, must have been doing something more important I guess...LOL Vicky dear, now I know why we couldn't get Balladeer to swim in the pool in Tampa ![]() Titia Like scattered leaves...my words will flow [This message has been edited by Titia Geertman (10-16-2002 03:16 PM).] |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
VLraynes....your reply in poetic form was great!! Well done |
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Balladeer
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since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
You guys make it so much fun to be here...LOL! Thanks for your terrific responses. Bill....the kiki bird? I'm afraid to ask! ![]() Mysteria...I left that one blank on purpose...I knew you could figure it out! Vicky...you are something else...albeit WEIRD!!! ![]() |
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Dr.Moose1 Member Elite
since 1999-09-05
Posts 3448Bewilderment , USA |
Balladeer, Another masterpiece! I think what really amused me about this piece was that just like the unfortunate Toe, John, and Larry, I never saw it coming. Doc |
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