One Fifty-Two Sixteen Two

Hey little kiddies, have you heard this story
Bout the Teddy Bear who could count up to fifty
Only problem was, the numbers weren't in order
But his Bear friends all thought he was nifty

He'd start out, “one... fifty-two... sixteen... two”
Mama Bear said he was doing just fine
Didn't want to hurt her little guy's feelings
She knew he'd figure it out in good time

“He'll learn them before he grows up,” she thought
When it's important to get numbers straight
Like when he's buying honey for his sweetie
And the store sign says five ninety-eight

At first he would count out nine eighty-five
Now that was too much for the honey
Then he remembered what Mama Bear taught him
And gave the man the right amount of money

You can find him going around counting all day
He goes, “one... fifty-two... sixteen... two”
And laughs when Mama Bear gets all flustered
Then says, “one... two... three... fooled you!”
Copyright © | Year Posted 2012

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Breidenthal Avatar
May 17, 2015 at 11:21 PM
A pleasantly cute poem! I can imagine you reading this to a child before bedtime. Very nicely written to. You've always been a great storyteller. Your works, old and new are treasures to all who read. Quite an inspiring gift! Always, Laura
Ellison Avatar
May 18, 2015 at 6:03 AM
What would this old geezer do without his oh so sweet friend, Laura B??? Don't want to even think about it! Love you girl!!! xxxxxxx
Jones Avatar
April 13, 2015 at 6:50 PM
Mr. Ellison, I love this. It's sooo cute. Thank you for the enjoyable read my poet friend. Well done. :O) Keep up with the great work. Keep on penning. Thank you so very much for sharing your wonderful and creative talents with us. We all truly appreciate it. *S* Cynthia
Ellison Avatar
April 13, 2015 at 9:14 PM
This was silly but fun to write! Thank you again my dear Cynthia for commenting on my poems! You're a sweetie... hugs, Jack xxx
Eastman Avatar
March 30, 2014 at 1:31 PM
It's great that you're being featured! Loved the poem!
Ellison Avatar
March 31, 2014 at 8:26 AM
Thank you dear sweet Carol! XOXOX
Collins Avatar
March 25, 2014 at 7:18 AM
four, two, sixty nine. Seems like that when it's your age. Time when the counting is not on your side. Great poem. love, Kathy
Ellison Avatar
March 25, 2014 at 7:23 AM
LOL A fun one! Thanks for dropping by Kathryn! Love and tight squeezie hugs... Jack XOXOX
O.J. Hunt Avatar
March 23, 2014 at 4:37 PM
Excellent poem Jack! BTW: I'm a chess player too, my rating is around 2000, always will be my fave of games!
Ellison Avatar
March 23, 2014 at 5:00 PM
One for the kiddies and the kiddies at heart! Chess... the absolute best game ever invented! Used to be around 2000 as well but haven't played for a bunch of years!
Mjelde Avatar
August 9, 2012 at 9:13 AM
Great children's story, cute!Laila ;0)
Ellison Avatar
August 9, 2012 at 9:21 AM
Thank you Laila, for your very kind comments! Love and hugs, Jack xxxxxx
Andresen Avatar
August 8, 2012 at 5:55 AM
So cute...I love the Teddy Bear !!! - Have a lovely day Jack - I`ve had a nice time with all your poems today, thank you. - oxox love Anne-Lise
Ellison Avatar
August 8, 2012 at 6:15 AM
You are one sweet lady! Happy you like my poetry! I promise I will review yours when I can... my life is a whirlwind right now! So happy to have made you a friend Anne-Lise! Love and big hugs, Jack xxxxxxx
Dennis Avatar
August 7, 2012 at 8:42 PM
Amusing, great children's story! Great Job!
Ellison Avatar
August 8, 2012 at 6:18 AM
Thank you Maxeen... some say I have the mind of a child! LOL Please drop by again... big hugs, Jack xxxxxxxx
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