Sheepdog Trials

I saw a note pinned up today
that sheepdog trials are underway
I thought, at last, there's justice for the flock
I imagined my fine elocution
as witness for the prosecution
denouncing deeds by doggies in the dock.

Two-leggies might not have the smarts
to see through arcane canine arts
and arrogantly think they are in charge
They're suckered to the masterplan,
believe the wolves are tamed by man,
when really they are free to roam at large.

In court we sheep will have our day
and see the wolves all locked away,
and finally they'll throw away the key;
then celebrate in field and dale;
in years to come they'll tell the tale
of how the woolly ones became the free.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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Bagnall Avatar
July 9, 2010 at 4:44 AM
That's great, nice story, lovely rhyming scheme, really enjoyed it
Nutter Avatar
July 9, 2010 at 3:11 AM
Sheep becoming free spirits? Can this be true? What an interesting and unique write still smiling.
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