Jack and Jill, Scrutinized

Jack and Jill went up the hill,
a pail of water they would fill. 
I guess that is their story still.
It always was and always will, 

but, this reason given, ostensibly
does not hold up to scrutiny. 
Let's take another look and see,
and, so, rewrite history.

What do you think this couple did -
something good morals would forbid?
I think they wanted to be hid
from prying eyes, off the grid.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2026

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Etgen-Baker Avatar
January 24, 2026 at 1:31 PM
'off the grid' -- love it
Crandall Avatar
January 24, 2026 at 2:52 PM
Glad you liked it Sara!
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