Hey Ho Does An Octopus Know POTD

hey ho
does an octopus know
how to juggle with eight cups and saucers
and the fish watching him
while the elephants swim
then he juggles with a turtle and tortoise

then ho hey
does the octopus say
I can do this all day round in circles
but an ache in my arm 
in my arm, in my arm 
and so on through all eight tentacles

so hey ho
let the octopus go
to bed nice and early with honey
to rest and recline
for a considerable time
so he doesn’t feel worn out and funny

ho hey
and a new octopus day
refreshed and all ready to juggle
so with cups and with saucers
a turtle and tortoise
but the elephant’s splash makes him struggle

hey hey
that’s not fair that’s not fair
so the octopus went somewhere quieter
where he practised a lot
and a lot more than not
and so now he’s a pro entertainer
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M  Avatar
September 30, 2024 at 9:37 AM
Belated Congratulations Clive on POTD for such a fun, creative, playful write! Loved it! Debx
Culverhouse Avatar
September 30, 2024 at 2:13 PM
Thanks Deb
Rodrigues Avatar
September 27, 2024 at 6:38 AM
Love this humorous write, especially: but an ache in my arm in my arm, in my arm…I could just see kids singing this with arm movements! Congratulations on POTD!
Culverhouse Avatar
September 27, 2024 at 6:50 AM
That seems to be the most popular line, thanks for your kind comment Kim
Rodrigues Avatar
September 27, 2024 at 6:38 AM
and giggling!
Wolf Avatar
September 23, 2024 at 8:29 PM
Seems a little of Dr. Seuss sneaked into your pen here! Congrats on POTD, Clive!
Culverhouse Avatar
September 23, 2024 at 11:22 PM
Thanks Gershon
Ashley Avatar
September 23, 2024 at 8:04 PM
Dear Clive, I’m delighted to return and extend my heartiest congratulations for your amazing poem’s recognition with POTD honors. A wonderful and worthy choice! I enjoyed reading it once again. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan
Culverhouse Avatar
September 23, 2024 at 11:24 PM
Thanks for reading my nonsense again Susan
Nicole Avatar
September 23, 2024 at 6:55 PM
Clive, this is cute, clever and soooo creative. :) I love this thought very much: ' I can do this all day round in circles, but an ache in my arm, in my arm; in my arm. ' Such a fun image to behold. Your thoughts bring a smile, my dear friend. I'm gonna add this to my favorites, because I wanna read it again and again. Congratulations on Poem of the Day. :) Brandy
Nicole Avatar
September 24, 2024 at 7:37 PM
You're very welcome. Happy birthday as well. :)
Culverhouse Avatar
September 23, 2024 at 11:26 PM
It means a lot to have you put it as a favourite, thanks for your kind words Brandy
Kauffman Avatar
September 23, 2024 at 12:32 PM
Absolutely delightful and so full of fun with a great lesson about perseverance, Clive. I can see kids acting out this delightful whimsy! Happy Birthday! And, congrats and high fives for your POTD! Absolute fun! Looks like we got a gift from you on your birthday! Blessings!
Culverhouse Avatar
September 23, 2024 at 2:48 PM
Gifts all round, thanks Sam
Goldsmith Avatar
September 23, 2024 at 11:05 AM
Congratulations on your POTD win. What a fun/creative write. Thanks for the laugh.  "Happy Birthday" Blessings on your extra special day. Enjoy...........
Culverhouse Avatar
September 23, 2024 at 2:47 PM
Thanks Paula
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September 23, 2024 at 7:26 AM
Dear Poet, how witty and entertaining your adorable fun verse is! Felt like a child and really enjoyed the rhyme, and rhythm, and Octopus story! Congratulations on POTD. Happy Birthday to You!
Culverhouse Avatar
September 23, 2024 at 2:46 PM
Thanks for your kind words Malabika
Fowler Avatar
September 23, 2024 at 6:09 AM
Clive! I love this jaunty little ditty. It dances through my head and makes nonsense look easy. LOL Congratulations on POTD! and Happy Birthday? :)
Culverhouse Avatar
September 23, 2024 at 2:45 PM
Thanks Linda
Rodgers Avatar
September 23, 2024 at 5:50 AM
Hello Clive, So cleaver and witty to have an octopus juggler filled with persistence and practice. Yes, one can overcome challenges and become skilled at their craft. It does take that dedication to practice, practice, practice. CONGRATULATIONS POTD! That is because you practiced and practiced and practiced. Also, Happy Birthday! - Blessings, My Friend, Daniel
Culverhouse Avatar
September 23, 2024 at 2:45 PM
Cheers Daniel, you'r so right, thanks
Williams Avatar
September 23, 2024 at 4:14 AM
A whimsical and altogether humourous poem Clive and a great Birthday Present. Happy Birthday and congratulations on your POTD which I enjoyed and got a chuckle over. Maria
Culverhouse Avatar
September 23, 2024 at 2:44 PM
Thanks Maria, appreciate your reading
Kitchin Avatar
September 23, 2024 at 3:38 AM
Clive, a sweet poem, congratulations on POTD.
Culverhouse Avatar
September 23, 2024 at 2:43 PM
Thanks Tania
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September 23, 2024 at 1:17 AM
Congratulations Clive, I enjoyed the humorous read. Happy Birthday to you, and me too, we share the same birthday… Beryl (Back to say thank you all for your kind birthday wishes.)
Nicole Avatar
September 23, 2024 at 6:48 PM
Happy birthday, Beryl. Hope your day was wonderful in every way. :) Hugs, Brandy
Culverhouse Avatar
September 23, 2024 at 1:27 AM
Well happy birthday Beryl, and thanks for reading, glad you enjoyed my nonsense
Cunningham Avatar
September 23, 2024 at 1:22 AM
Happy birthday to you too Beryl, enjoy your day.
Jones Avatar
September 23, 2024 at 1:16 AM
Congratulations on a fun whimsical poem earning potd and best wishes for your birthday Clive!
Culverhouse Avatar
September 23, 2024 at 1:25 AM
Thank you for both Karen
Cunningham Avatar
September 23, 2024 at 12:31 AM
An enjoyable read Clive congratulations to you on the today's POTD honour. Tom
Cunningham Avatar
September 23, 2024 at 12:50 AM
Happy birthday Clive, hope you have an enjoyable day.
Culverhouse Avatar
September 23, 2024 at 12:37 AM
Thanks Tom and what an amazing present on my birthday would you believe, you couldn't write that!
Ashley Avatar
September 22, 2024 at 8:41 AM
Dear Clive, I adore the witty, whimsical, comical, animated imagery of your amazing musical poem. Full of fun and fabulous! I especially enjoyed "I can do this all day round in circles/but an ache in my arm/in my arm, in my arm/ and so on through all eight tentacles" ..giggles.. Such an adorable romp of imaginative verse! A fav! Warmest wishes my poet friend.. ~Susan
Culverhouse Avatar
September 22, 2024 at 2:19 PM
So pleased you like my silly nonsense, thanks for reading and speaking so kindly about it, Susan
Eslinger Avatar
September 21, 2024 at 7:45 AM
Well, hello Clive! Superbly excellent to meet you here in this fabulous wit, this lively, imagist jive! A Fav for me! sally
Culverhouse Avatar
September 21, 2024 at 8:06 AM
Well hello Sally, so pleased you liked my nonsense, your comment of kind words is very appreciated
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