A Caterpillar Hit the Sack

A caterpillar hit the sack -
in a chrysalis, as a matter of fact. 
One day, it would crack,
and he could no longer doze.

As the sun rose up the sky,
a transformed creature said, "My oh my -
I feel it's time for me to fly",
and donned his fine new clothes.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2026

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Etgen-Baker Avatar
April 8, 2026 at 5:37 PM
delightfully creative and fun to read
Crandall Avatar
April 10, 2026 at 6:49 PM
Thanks, Sara!
Goldsmith Avatar
April 7, 2026 at 12:17 PM
Your "A Caterpillar Hit the Sack" is a cute write. Transformed into a pretty butterfly. Have a Beautiful/Blessed Day writing away.............
Crandall Avatar
April 7, 2026 at 7:11 PM
Thanks, Paula!
Wolf Avatar
April 6, 2026 at 8:06 PM
Feels just right, David.
Crandall Avatar
April 7, 2026 at 7:10 PM
Thanks, Gershon!
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