It's a Mad Hatter's World

A spinning world globe just set off the center of its axis pole,
Welcome to the mad-mad Hatter’s topsy-turvy upside down
Wonderland, just another inside out hole where bunnies ware
Waist coats and fancy pocket watches!
Empty tea cups, please move down one place, as this riddler
Of whimsical nonsense speaks volumes in sheer delights oration,
In his long tuxedo top hat and tails, a gentleman amusement maker,
Whom knows how to put on the Ritz with classical distension.
It’s a mad, mad Hatter’s world after all isn’t?
The ring master of the human imagination, a carnival clown
Of wonderland but here in the mad hatter’s world of wonder,
Nothing is what it seems to be?
What a mystical place of total non-sense, just through the 
Looking glass of realities rippling pool, here time is just relative,
And the mad hatter of poetic slapstick, tips his hat to all those
Whom fall through seeking a retreat from realities harsher view
On life!
Times law breaker tossing his hat high up into the air, a gentleman
Time bandit living on a no time limits schedule, but whatever sets
His fancy at that moments frozen vision!
Fancy’s fanciful character living on the edge of the glass sill of 
The queen’s judgement, off with his head, existence’s rebel
Whom smiles at the Cheshire cat with an amusing antidote,
Mind your own business you noisy little pussy-cat!
A time juggler with flying tea cups and saucers, a mischievous fellow
Spewing out poetic illogical limericks as a caravel carney, waggishly
Winking at the innocent soul!
Wizard word magician of this outrageous kingdom, left off the hook
And out of control, click, clock Mr. Tick, Tock, this grandmaster of 
Illogical time, but the mad hatter does it with such a blaze of savvy’s
Pointe savoir-faire as he bows hat in hand unto each new arrival.
Listen can’t you hear this artistic fellow rat-tap, tapping at the
Thin glass of the tilting mirrored timepiece, laughing out loud
As another young Alice slides down the rabbit hole of
 The timeless.
On the stage of life, a royal flush takes it all, as the queen of the 
Nivea heart screams off with head one last time, the hatter bows
Low unto she of noble birth, then laughingly rides off into the vast
Horizon of wonderland, waving maybe another time your majesty!
Oh time juggler tossing fifty-two pick high up into mid-air,
As the cards spin wildly with an unearthly mystical tone, 
Whistling this gentleman gypsy, catches one by one in a 
Shuffled deck, slides them within his vest pocket, and smiles
Slyly at Alice, shall we forth my dandy gal, for there is much to
See and experience here in this realm called wonderland!

BY: CHERYL ANNA DUNN
DEDICATED TO ANDERA HOPE YOU LIKE KIDDO
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016

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Thomas Avatar
January 14, 2023 at 3:33 PM
I don't know where you are Cheri, but I hope very much that you are doing well. I looked for Bindu Vijayan and could not even find an account for her :( Wishing only the best for both of you. ~Flo
Curtis Avatar
September 7, 2022 at 8:00 AM
I do miss your written word.....may you be with God, with pen in had, and paper laden
Dietrich Avatar
October 15, 2020 at 10:19 AM
I recall you had passed away, Cheryl, but I can't remember how I learned it. Anyway, just back here to say you are not forgotten. From the comments, it looks like you left us in 2016. I believe someone did a blog on it and that must be how I knew it in the back of my mind. Will always remember you, Cheryl.
Thomas Avatar
June 22, 2022 at 8:57 PM
I did not know she passed :( I still come through now and again to see if she had returned while I was gone.
Kiser Avatar
July 17, 2018 at 3:02 PM
Wow, I had to favorite this one; it has such stellar imagery. Thanks
Sathasivam Avatar
March 6, 2017 at 4:13 AM
Excellent write. R.I.P and my prayers for your family.
A   Avatar
January 13, 2017 at 7:18 PM
,,,,,,,,,,,,:(
Nnoli Avatar
November 8, 2016 at 12:35 PM
Great words the world is lead by mad gangs i love your use of words Richard
Sergi Avatar
October 12, 2016 at 7:30 PM
Oh, dear Cheryl, I will miss you! I will always cherish the River of Doubt that you wrote upon my suggestion. I'm sure God has a nice place for you. Rest in Peace.
Kamoonpuri Avatar
September 7, 2016 at 11:29 PM
This world is a wonderland and a mad hatters world too so I enjoyed yor sublime muse and take on the famous Alice in wonderland story. Yor wordings and phrasings were great too, ESP savoirfaire , rippling pool, poetic slapstick and more. Kudos. Nice to read from yor talent again.
Kiser Avatar
July 28, 2016 at 4:03 PM
Quite superb!
Delaney Avatar
June 4, 2016 at 11:45 AM
Cheryl, Dear: How I wish you were reading this response. Alice in wonderland was my favorite especially the white rabbit. You have revived the party with delightful alliterative touches,humor, teacups and pussycats. Your gift of words will comfort your family and us for always. I hope heaven is a Wonderland of Peace, Hugs, SuZ
Callus Avatar
June 3, 2016 at 8:00 AM
I'm shocked at the news!! I suspected that something was amiss, but not this. Cherl was a talented writer, and a great person as well. We were very good friends and she was so very supportive to me. I'm at a loss for words. ~ To you, dear Cherl...may you find fresh inspiration in pastures new. Big hugs...paul
Andresen Avatar
June 3, 2016 at 6:10 AM
- When the soul bursts and my heart bleeds ....today my tears rolling more than they should ... one friend has passed away, but I will never forget you - Rest in peace, Cherl - Love from Norway // Anne-Lise :)
A  Avatar
June 3, 2016 at 4:00 AM
R.I.P, Darling, my heart and prayers go to your family. You are forever in our hearts. Your poetic sissy Skat (Kiddo)
La France Avatar
June 2, 2016 at 11:58 PM
Rest in Peace sweet poet, you have left us your gift of poetry and you are now an angel watching over us. You will be missed, dear heart, and be part of our hearts forever. Constance
Vaso Avatar
June 2, 2016 at 10:57 PM
You last email teasing me about the Boston marathon, thank you, I hope you are smiling from heaven, Silly to be so sad when I know your family must be mourning you so, I hope they realize how you touched the souls of so many people around the world! I truly miss such a wonderful cheri!
A   Avatar
June 2, 2016 at 7:56 PM
It's a beautiful world. Cherl, you are my golden poet. I will miss you forever.... LINDA
Maverick Avatar
May 29, 2016 at 3:18 AM
Richly worded and described Cheryl..'
Inman Avatar
May 22, 2016 at 11:35 PM
Ah, Cherl, what a menagerie of imagery. Wonderful flow and phrases.
Onclaud Avatar
May 20, 2016 at 3:28 AM
wow, with such detailed description, you must have been alice in your past life, cherl.. good to see your penning again!..huggs
Vaso Avatar
May 18, 2016 at 9:04 PM
Wonderful poem, but more important is nice to see you back I hope all went well and I will see you at the next Boston marathon! :) Hugs
A  Avatar
May 16, 2016 at 10:21 PM
I do like this one very much, I am So so happy to see you back, Love SKAT
Callus Avatar
May 16, 2016 at 4:52 PM
Welcome back with another superb write, Cherl!! ... a lovely and sweet topic which appeals to young and old. You have lost none of your captivating writing ability. ~ I hope you are keeping well, and taking it easy. Pls thank your daughter for the updates:) ~ Take care! Regards // paul
Dietrich Avatar
May 15, 2016 at 8:18 PM
wow, I had no idea you were doing this, Cheryl. while reading it, i FELT like I was in that mad mad world of the mad hatter. A wild ride, sweetie and a HIGH SEVEN!
Lamoureux Avatar
May 15, 2016 at 9:07 AM
Impressive, a triumphant return. I too hope you are well. Hugs Rick.
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