Paddling Like a Duck Underneath

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World's Cutest Duck - Underwater view!

Cool as a cucumber, he plopped down
She looked and wondered why, but said, "Hi."
Wishing she had turned her head with a sour frown
The whole time thinking she wished she said bye

She looked and wondered why, but said, "Hi."
He was cool as a cucumber, so it seemed
The whole time thinking she wished she said bye
Deep down in a rut, her thoughts said get up in a scream

He was cool as a cucumber, so it seemed
But he was really paddling like a duck underneath
Deep down in a rut, her thoughts said get up in a scream
If only had she known, it would lead to a bridal wreath  

But he was really paddling like a duck underneath
Wishing she had turned her head with a sour frown
If only she had known, this would lead to a bridal wreath
Cool as a cucumber he plopped down

poem coming soon__Finis'
Date: July 27, 2022
Contest: Simile
Sponsor: Hilo Poet

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Date: 7/28/2022 2:53:00 PM
Hello Sara, I love this pantoum. Love can be so funny sometimes. Your words paint such a vivid image and I must say this write has given me my laugh for the night. I love the whole scene. Have a wonderful evening. Hugs always ..... Mike. XX
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Sara Kendrick
Date: 7/28/2022 3:07:00 PM
Vladislay, I am glad you got a laugh. Your comments have added a different dimension of understanding to my day. Sara
Date: 7/28/2022 12:01:00 PM
wow, how interesting. This is the opposite of love at first sight. My own story was love at first sight, but maybe this would have had a better turnout for me. haha
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Date: 7/28/2022 2:53:00 PM
Andrea, Part truth and part a made-up story. LOL.. I think that we are where God either wanted us to be or His permissive will lets us be. I am glad you got a little laugh out of it anyway. Sara
Date: 7/27/2022 11:10:00 PM
Oh something so different Sara, love the poem.
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Sara Kendrick
Date: 7/28/2022 6:23:00 AM
Yes, a little different from my norm. I am glad you love it. Your visit is compelling, Harry. Thanks..Sara
Date: 7/27/2022 8:21:00 AM
Lovely poem with a hint of love.
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Date: 7/27/2022 9:08:00 AM
Just a hint, Victor. A hint was all I could give it today. LOL..It is based on a true story, but it is only a small portion of the story. Your visits always bring some charm. Sara
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