Kangaroos

The Creator designed some mighty ridiculous looking creatures.
Among them are the kangaroos with some very curious features!
One of them is its massive tail that balances its pear-shaped frame.
But I suppose 'tis that ponderous pouch that really gives it fame!

With its hind legs it kicks like a mule much like that of rabbits.
(Oft I've pondered - does it exhibit the rabbits's prolific habits?)
Kangaroos don't pollute the atmosphere due to its virtual absence,
(Unlike that well-known curse of cattle) of bloated bowels of flatulence!

Little joeys lounge about in the pouch like an extra piece of luggage.
(I assume should she be blessed with triplets there'd be ample storage!)
Down Under is famous for its G'days, boomerangs and Steve Irwin's zoos,
But we're probably more familiar with those ungainly, cantankerous kangaroos!

Robert L. Hinshaw, CMSgt, USAF, Retired
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Placed No. 7 in Nikko's "Yay for "K" Contest - October 2010
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Laurie Avatar
August 6, 2015 at 10:24 PM
G'day Robert... nice tribute to a nice mammal. Been fortunate to have spotted hundreds of them, and the two that impressed me most is the 'Big Red' and the 'Yellow Footed Rock Wallaby,' which was amongst a camp site. In times of drought, they move into towns too - thank you Robert - Lindsay
Brown Avatar
October 20, 2010 at 8:56 AM
Congratulations Bob on your win in Nikko Palmario's contest "Yah for "K"!". Love, Carol
Fraser Avatar
October 20, 2010 at 7:26 AM
This lovely planet we live on has so many wonderful species, and the Kangaroo is sure on of them. Your piece has done them justice, as so many Australians ( the white ones ) consider them pests. How dare they. Congratulations on your win in Nikko's fine contest Robert >> James
Neels Avatar
October 20, 2010 at 4:15 AM
Yay Bob!!! :) congratulations to you on your win in Nikko's contest ~ enjoy the rest of your week ;-) Wilma
Dietrich Avatar
October 19, 2010 at 8:24 PM
I just love kangaroos, RObert, and I love this tribute to them. Congtatulations to you. Luv, Andrea
Johnson Avatar
October 19, 2010 at 3:36 PM
Great subject Robert and great poem. Congratulations. Love, Joyce
Wilson Avatar
October 19, 2010 at 1:22 PM
Loved it! I almost chose kangaroo..you did so well with it..congratulations!Take care~Deb
Roberts Avatar
October 19, 2010 at 11:07 AM
love this piece, congrats on your win in the contest Bob
Gorelick Avatar
October 19, 2010 at 10:40 AM
Old Kangaroo Bob did it again. A fun read as usual..congrats to you...BG
Freeman Avatar
October 19, 2010 at 10:04 AM
Bob a poem well worthy of it's top 10 placement, My Friend. Agape, Moses
K. Avatar
October 19, 2010 at 8:17 AM
What a fun poem this is, Bob H :) really enjoyed how this poem of yours spotlighted the kangaroo :) I always did think that kangaroos were cute ;) Congrats for your win :) -- nikko :)
Devonshire Avatar
October 19, 2010 at 8:06 AM
What a great tribute to kangaroos, Bob! Congratulations on your win. Love, Carolyn
Mehta Avatar
October 19, 2010 at 7:51 AM
Congratulations on the well deserved win in the contest, Bob
Sweetheart Avatar
October 19, 2010 at 6:12 AM
Congrats Bob on your super win in Nikko's K contest with this excellent entry on the Kangaroo .. an enjoyable write luv and awesome read.. enjoy your sweet success today my friend.. sorry about the Jets whooping the Broncos ..luv..
Neels Avatar
October 2, 2010 at 9:44 AM
You sure paint an interesting picture of Aus's most famous animals Bob. Thanks for the laughs. Enjoy a nice and relaxing weekend ;) Wilma
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October 1, 2010 at 11:27 AM
Good afternoon, Bob! Nice I really like this one. Have yourself a nice one,..p.d.
Locksley Avatar
September 30, 2010 at 4:23 PM
Very funny poem, Robert. I'm wondering just how much room there is in the kangaroo pouch. I'd like to hop on board and say, "Giddy up." Best to you, Diane
Guzzi Avatar
September 30, 2010 at 3:34 PM
such a great job of doing as you were told. PS please give good blog comment everyone so far is negative? fret
Brown Avatar
September 30, 2010 at 10:11 AM
What an outstanding way to enjoy a day. I am so happy to be able to read the excellent poetry here at PoetrySoup today. Hope you are enjoying your day and finding much inspiration along the way Bob. Love, Carol
Gorelick Avatar
September 29, 2010 at 11:48 PM
Great idea for a poem...you did a great job..G'day from your pal..BG
Dietrich Avatar
September 29, 2010 at 9:02 PM
COOL, a kangaroo poem!! I really enjoyed this one. LUv, Andrea
Sweetheart Avatar
September 29, 2010 at 7:40 PM
Excellent and expressive Bob ..so enjoyed this little story of the kanga... they are super interesting animals... big in The Thorn Birds.. enjoyed my friend with luv..
Taylor Avatar
September 29, 2010 at 5:52 PM
Outstanding entry, my friend. Great coverage on the letter"K". Good luck. Have a great one. Ralphie
Roberts Avatar
September 29, 2010 at 5:27 PM
love it , good luck in the "k" contest
Culverhouse Avatar
September 29, 2010 at 3:13 PM
cute poem...kangaroos are a kickin chickin. :) cute in a way but scary too.
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