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Love Those Aussies

Often wondered bout people down under Do they have to stand on their heads? Do they have to tie down all their possessions? Is flying off into space a real dread? We hope they all stay attached to the earth We love them and their Koala bears Once I was told by this Australian lady Their breath can sure foul up the air All my Aussie friends here on the Soup Refer to their land as paradise I was also told that the biceps on their women Are huge from hanging on for dear life Now I know this must be some great myth Olivia John seemed quite normal to me You can't believe all the rumours you hear But in case, hang onto to that tree! Often wondered bout people down under How do they keep their beer in the glass? Do they chain themselves to the bed at night? Do roots pop up instead of grass? © Jack Ellison 2015

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Laura Breidenthal

Date: 7/15/2015 2:17:00 PM

Absolutely creative and funny Jack! I always expect the best from you! No pressure though, it seems to come naturally! You are a resilient poet with a big and cheerful heart! Who can ask for better? Always, Laura

Carol Eastman

Date: 7/1/2015 10:39:00 AM

Talk about imaginative and creative! I always wondered if Canada was like the North pole with snow... snow... snow... Then I met you and discovered... Not always. Hard to believe but the Canadian Forest fires ate blanketing St. Louis Missouri with hazy skies due to your smoke. Apparently, it's coming straight here... Wish it would stop the rain and push it out of here for a week or two. That must be one doozie of a fire! Having problems in Oregon and Seattle, too. I'd send in Dragon... but his wings might fan the fire... and he sometimes lets a spark fly... I told him he can help by staying home.