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Kids Only Secret Recipe - Nursery Rhyme 2

Maddie, Maddie, mud pie maker,
born to be a beaming baker.
When making mud pies she feels free,
here is her secret recipe:

In the searing summer sun, go grab a garden hose,
then scoop a hole and have some fun, perhaps behind a rose.

There you’ll make a perfect puddle, ankle deep will do,
then add ten scoops of garden dirt, measure with your shoe.

Add some bugs for extra protein, house flies are nutritious,
my pet Bill the Bullfrog says: “they taste so delicious.”

Now jump right in and stomp around, watch for little fish,
use both your hands to scoop some mud, squeeze it squish, squish, squish.

Then place the mud on Daddy’s car, or Mommy’s, on the hood,
where its hot enough to bake a mud pie oh so good!

You can eat it all yourself or share it your friends.
Best to bake on laundry day so as to make amends.


March 16, 2021
Nursery Rhyme 2 Poetry Contest Sponsored by Eve Roper
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Proxenos Avatar
April 5, 2021 at 2:18 AM
This before I read the comments knew was a winner, certainly so very different to all other nursery rhymes. Congrats my friend, Hugs and blessings, Jennifer.
Cohen Avatar
April 5, 2021 at 3:21 PM
So nice to hear such kind words. Thanks, Jennifer.
Kendrick Avatar
March 22, 2021 at 5:42 AM
Congrats on this creative winner. Way to go. I don't think I would want to share that pie. Sara
Cohen Avatar
March 22, 2021 at 7:15 PM
What, you don't love pie? :) Thanks for stopping by and the kind words. ~Eric
Roper Avatar
March 20, 2021 at 9:17 PM
Congratulations on your win, Eric, in my Nursery Rhyme2 contest. A great story for little children. Please visit my blog on the contest . Nursery Rhyme 2 Contest. - Eve Roper's Blog (poetrysoup.com) Hugs Eve
Cohen Avatar
March 21, 2021 at 11:14 AM
Thanks for sponsoring this very enjoyable contest, Eve. Appreciate your explanation of nursery rhyme and children's story in your blog. Best. ~Eric
Andresen Avatar
March 20, 2021 at 10:48 AM
- Maddie ... a wonderful girl, Eric - Congratulations on your winning poem :) - // Anne-Lise :)
Cohen Avatar
March 20, 2021 at 1:48 PM
Thanks, Ann-Lise. Enjoyed your entry as well. :)
Dietrich Avatar
March 18, 2021 at 4:21 PM
haha, cute one. My mom says i was a grand mud pie maker. I was practicing for what I love now: making meals!
Allison Avatar
March 16, 2021 at 2:16 PM
this is absolutely delightful i didnt need a picture as i could see it so clearly in my mind, what vivid description, thanks for sharing Eric:-) hugs jan xx
Cohen Avatar
March 16, 2021 at 3:13 PM
Thanks, Jan. I usually don't use images but just recently received member privileges and now I'm hooked on them, and this one made me smile. ~Eric
Romios Avatar
March 16, 2021 at 11:34 AM
Loved every word. Could see Maddie at work. Great piece, here Pangie
Cohen Avatar
March 16, 2021 at 3:02 PM
Thanks, Panagiota. glad you enjoined. Its all about the fun. Love your daffodils, by the way (its that time again!). ~Eric
Hankins Avatar
March 16, 2021 at 8:56 AM
A very clever write, Eric. Good luck in the contest. I love the "squish, squish, squish" because it brings back to many memories!
Cohen Avatar
March 16, 2021 at 12:10 PM
Thanks for stopping by and the kind comments. Yes, brings back memories. Best to you. ~Eric
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