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Royal Tea

Bowser and Mittens, Pooh, Fluffy and I
sat with the Queen for her afternoon tea.
Minding our manners, all silent and shy -
each of us awestruck by Her Majesty.

We all were rescues, she loved us in spite,
though we were commoners, she took us in;
loved us and fed us each morning and night,
asked how our day was and where we had been.

Sought our advice on all matters of state -
whether she ought to play hopscotch or jacks,
make paper dolls, or perhaps roller skate -
always she'd come back to us to relax. 

She was the Queen, but did not condescend,
took time to play with us under her tree.
Though it's been years now that she's been our friend,
we all remember our first "Royal Tea"


Written 3 Nov 2021
Copyright © | Year Posted 2021

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Marcum Wong Avatar
December 19, 2021 at 6:15 PM
Your sweet poem took me back to my tea party in the garden with my twin and I and our dolls and teddy bears for guests when we were four. It was the only one I can remember. This is such a delightful look through the eyes of a child. Congratulations on your wonderful win John. Mele Kalikimaka! Blessings xxoo
Watt Avatar
February 17, 2022 at 5:38 PM
I wasn't aware you had a twin, Connie. I've known very few in my life, though the latest one is my wonderful son-in-law, who has a fraternal twin sister. So glad you enjoyed this, my friend! I do so appreciate your kind comments.
Kauffman Avatar
November 23, 2021 at 9:47 AM
How did I miss this gem of "royal" delightfulness John?! This so illustrates a child's imaginative play and games! Each line is filled with magical charm drawing us into its enchantment. Big congratulations for your win! What wonderful joy to experience your writing again! Blessings dear friend. Happy Thanksgiving!
Watt Avatar
February 17, 2022 at 5:36 PM
Your comments always hit a home run with me, Sam, and your friendship is MVP caliber. Thank you so very much!
Allison Avatar
November 17, 2021 at 1:35 PM
what a charming poem and I LOVE the word play in the title:-) hugs Jan xx
Watt Avatar
November 17, 2021 at 4:36 PM
Thank you for noticing that word play, Jan, and for your lovely and heartwarming comment. It's good to see you back; many of us were worried for you. Socially distanced hugs ~ John
Rodrigues Avatar
November 16, 2021 at 7:27 PM
Childhood is a tea party..lovely it is with crum”pets”. Congratulations, John!
Watt Avatar
November 16, 2021 at 9:59 PM
Love your pun, Kim. It was "tea"-rific. Thanks for the visits today ~ John
Dietrich Avatar
November 15, 2021 at 2:03 PM
Back with my congrats to YOU, tea time guy. Where are your Monday monokus?
Watt Avatar
November 15, 2021 at 3:01 PM
My last one was on Sept 12. Thanks for the revisit, my friend.
Calasibetta Avatar
November 15, 2021 at 8:56 AM
Hi John, Congratulations on your win! A delightful piece as I commented earlier. A great beginning for a children's book. Blessings, Paulette
Watt Avatar
November 15, 2021 at 3:08 PM
Thank you for coming back to bless me with your kindness, Paulette. Perhaps a future Poetry Soup anthology will focus on poetry for children?
Hutchings Avatar
November 14, 2021 at 6:14 PM
Congratulations!! How majestic!! I love that you took this poem to such a royal place! It seems quite fitting, actually! You did a fantastic job! -Meghan
Watt Avatar
November 15, 2021 at 3:07 PM
Thank you indeed for your majestic comment, Meghan. Your words are so encouraging. Enjoy your week ~ John
Roper Avatar
November 14, 2021 at 9:34 AM
Congratulations on your win, John. Hugs Eve
Watt Avatar
November 15, 2021 at 3:06 PM
Thank you, dear Eve, for another enticing and stimulating poetry contest, as well as for your encouraging placement. God bless your week. Hugs ~ John
Shaw Avatar
November 12, 2021 at 9:32 PM
Royal tea.... You have some great imagination. Truly Royal writting....hope your weekend is going well...Priya.
Watt Avatar
November 15, 2021 at 3:05 PM
Hi Priya, thank you for your kindness and your encouraging words ~ John
Deo Avatar
November 12, 2021 at 8:52 PM
John Watts, what's more needed than leveling the classes, species, hierarchy, consumption? I loved the serious undertones in this playful "childs poem." shalom, shalom
Watt Avatar
November 15, 2021 at 3:05 PM
Thank you for your deep read and thoughtful response, Anil. Shalom to you ~ John
Wolf Avatar
November 10, 2021 at 3:10 PM
Ha, ha! Now here's a Queen who ascends (!) to the level of her company. (Far be it from her to ever condescend). Charming, adorable entry, John. ~ Tea for three, gw
Watt Avatar
November 15, 2021 at 3:04 PM
Lol, Gershon. Thanks for paying a visit to the Queen and her entourage. Shalom, my friend
Proxenos Avatar
November 9, 2021 at 11:10 AM
This is a winner my friend, I just know that Eve will LOVE it. It is clever, cute, and just a wonderful rhyme for children to read. Hope you are keeping well. Hugs and blessings, Jennifer
Watt Avatar
November 15, 2021 at 3:03 PM
Your confidence boost was (and always is) appreciated, dear friend. Thank you for seeing the value in other people and lifting their spirits with your kindness. Blessings and hugs ~ John
Hawkins Avatar
November 8, 2021 at 1:13 AM
A Royal Tea.... with Royalty What could be more memorable and lovely as that.... Especially loved the animals names.... Great entry for the contest...
Watt Avatar
November 8, 2021 at 3:34 PM
Shirley, it was so nice to read your lovely reply today. Just tried to get into the spirit if the old fashioned photo. Take care, John
Calasibetta Avatar
November 6, 2021 at 8:49 AM
How delightful....Good luck in the contest! I think this is a great contender....so clever....a good beginning for a children's book! Blessings, Paulette
Watt Avatar
November 8, 2021 at 3:32 PM
Paulette, I appreciate you and your uplifting comment. Blessings to you ~ John
Daniel Avatar
November 4, 2021 at 11:43 PM
That's a unique way to interpret it, from the animal's perspective, you have some great imagination, John:)
Watt Avatar
November 8, 2021 at 3:31 PM
Thanks for the kind and thoughtful words, Jo.
Cunningham Avatar
November 4, 2021 at 2:54 AM
Love your interpretation of the image John, hope your week is going well. Good luck Tom
Watt Avatar
November 4, 2021 at 4:45 PM
Appreciate your coming by for a visit, Tom. I'm well, trust you are as well. P.S. Your POTD today was amazing.
Dietrich Avatar
November 3, 2021 at 8:28 PM
I love how you let your imagination go on this one. I chose same picture but I did it very literally (not posted yet). Very well done, John
Watt Avatar
November 4, 2021 at 4:45 PM
Thank you friend, can't wait to read your entry. Hope you are well ~ John
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