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Fish Think Tank

FISH THINK TANK Any aquatic creature will know that Fish feel they are kings of the sea. Their arrogance is cold and palpable Because they are so numerous - many more Than whales, or squid, or lobster. But any thinking fish knows that phytoplankton And foraminifera and countless other species Easily outnumber fish, and are the true royals; And that even these multitudinous fellows in turn Realize that hydrogen atoms, electrons, and photons Are virtually limitless, and feel no microscopic arrogance About their regal position in the universe. Thinking fish are appropriately humble fish.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2011




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Date: 2/19/2011 4:48:00 PM
I think we are swimming in the same pod as these fish and need to be a bit more humble, Syd. To me, the grouper is the king of the sea, not the whales or squid. And I think the fish easily outnumber humans as well. You know I love fishing, so this is a favorite for me! Love, Carolyn
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Date: 2/17/2011 9:42:00 AM
humbly defering to your vast knowledge about marine life, science and biology, syd... that limerick you posted on my page was lifted from my archives! when will you ever be the genius that you were born for, lol!! (* yoda yacking yelling yellow yarns *)... in fairness, i like the gritty, sharp, philosophical feel that you create... slitting the poetic wrists so to speak. great job, word weaver! :) hugggs, nette
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