Shark In the Soup

In my soup I could have sworn I saw a shark.
Swimming in roux that was rather dark.
But to my relief,
the fin a bay leaf.
Now I wear glasses before each meal I start.





12/27/18
Copyright © | Year Posted 2018

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Awtry Avatar
January 6, 2019 at 5:55 PM
(this made me giggle AGAIN)! Back with congratulations!
Devonshire Avatar
January 6, 2019 at 2:38 PM
What a clever limerick, Wren, and a creative approach to the contest. Congratulations on your success in Anthony's contest. Best wishes, Carolyn
Rushing Avatar
January 6, 2019 at 3:35 PM
Thank you Carolyn!
Gauthier Avatar
January 6, 2019 at 6:58 AM
Good one, Wren. Congrats.
Rushing Avatar
January 6, 2019 at 8:31 AM
Thank you Line have blessed day my friend!
Allison Avatar
January 6, 2019 at 4:16 AM
oh so funny Wren the imagery is brilliant you cooked up a brilliant poem:-) many congrats on your win:-) hugs Jan xx
Rushing Avatar
January 6, 2019 at 8:31 AM
Thank you Jan!
La France Avatar
December 27, 2018 at 5:05 PM
Wren, your limerick was so much fun to read and a winner in my opinion ~
Rushing Avatar
December 27, 2018 at 6:42 PM
Thank you Dear!
Awtry Avatar
December 27, 2018 at 3:31 PM
i have not seen this take on this contest! if the roux is dark enough there's no telling what's in there!!!
Rushing Avatar
December 27, 2018 at 6:42 PM
Maybe shark gumbo!
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