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A Myth and Proverb United

A melt down occurred high outside
That ended a fabulous ride
Let's love licorice
But recall Icarus
Whose fall was preceded by pride


Author's note: Licorice is dark and an allegory for the bad things one needs in life.  We know that bad is stimulating, but too much of a good thing can have the opposite effect.

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Poet Destroyer A

October 26, 2013 at 3:09 PM

Hello Duke, I was trying to find a recent Limerick, fresh to my eyes... sweet smiles.. I've read all your recent post. Hops to see a new one from you soon... always~ LINDA

Poet Destroyer A

September 7, 2013 at 3:56 PM

Duke, I don't know what I need in life.. stopping by to read a few limericks for the night.. xox~ Linda

Karen Anglesey

August 25, 2013 at 3:09 PM

I really like the crafty way you mix wisdom with a fine piece of fun poetry... a great one :)

Laura Breidenthal

August 6, 2013 at 9:45 PM

This was fantastic. Not only enlightening but brilliant. Always, Laura

Andrea Dietrich

August 4, 2013 at 12:32 AM

Duke, I am glad to finally see this one too. I know your poem had nothing to do with this, but it somehow reminded me also of the poor girl last week who fell out of a roller coaster to her death. Did you hear of it in the news? She had even asked them to make sure she was secured before taking off on the ride!! I love the Icarus myth and i like this clever union of proverb and myth.