Some Fairytales

Getting Cheeky  (Beauty and the Beast)

  A monster, a beast, all hairy; what a Brute.
          Another side, over time, kind of Cute.
      She kisses beast on the cheek;
   And it’s only been a week.
Intent to harm, has become a pursuit.

 A Sleeping Beauty Does Lie  (Sleeping Beauty)

A hole, that’s dug, will prepare a great fall.
An apple core, not yet found, before sprawl.
     A sleeping beauty does lie.
          The worm, in fruit, from HIS thigh.
The jealous witch saw the future and all.

 The Tasty Crumb   (The Gingerbread Man)

The tasty crumb of a man on the street.
Scant left of him but for sure what a treat.
A mangy dog got to eat
A hot and leisurely cheat.
The bum, from oven, not good, nor’n athlete.

Harem Theorem  (Aladdin)

Says I, “This magic in lamp, will be Al’s.
I’ll control Genie and wish for them gals.”
Conjured and asked of his whim.
One wish was granted to him.
All forty beauts, but they wish to be pals.

The Squealing Trio (The Three Little Pigs)

The squealing trio pursued by a howl.
The porkers’ noise drew a crowd and a growl.
The wolf was very greedy.
The village folk were seedy.
The thrum of roast and bacon; not one scowl.
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Scragg Avatar
June 16, 2026 at 12:28 AM
Thank you for taking part on the contest. Great set of Limericks. Congrats on your placement Kim.
Guptar Avatar
June 6, 2026 at 8:11 AM
Congratulations poet friend on your high placement in this contest with some pleasant fairy tales turned into cute limericks. Wishing you a pleasant day.
Rodrigues Avatar
June 6, 2026 at 11:38 AM
Thank you :)
Miller Avatar
June 6, 2026 at 2:08 AM
Very well done Kim, congratulations
Rodrigues Avatar
June 6, 2026 at 7:27 AM
Thank you so much!
Goldsmith Avatar
June 4, 2026 at 12:36 PM
Congratulations on your win. I enjoyed reading your fun "Some Fairytales" writes. Have a fun day with your wonderful win...............
Rodrigues Avatar
June 6, 2026 at 7:27 AM
Thank you, Paula!
Terry Avatar
May 13, 2026 at 9:33 PM
Excellent work with these limericks that pay homage to fairy tales.
Rodrigues Avatar
June 6, 2026 at 7:27 AM
Thank you, Angela!
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May 13, 2026 at 1:39 PM
Great Lims Kim, enjoyed the read… Beryl
Rodrigues Avatar
May 13, 2026 at 2:44 PM
Thanks, Beryl!
Etgen-Baker Avatar
May 11, 2026 at 4:22 PM
what fun and enjoyable reads! "Tasty Crumb' is my favorite. nicely done for the contest.
Rodrigues Avatar
May 11, 2026 at 5:32 PM
Glad you liked that one!
Crandall Avatar
May 8, 2026 at 9:12 PM
Haha, fun, "a tasty crumb of a man on the street".
Rodrigues Avatar
May 9, 2026 at 4:49 AM
So glad you liked that part…lol! Thank you, David!
DiMino Avatar
May 8, 2026 at 6:02 AM
LOL! Brilliant! A FAV!
Rodrigues Avatar
May 8, 2026 at 7:56 AM
I don’t know if I deserve the honor, but thank you so much! I had fun writing these. Which was your favorite?
Legros Kelley Avatar
May 7, 2026 at 4:40 PM
'I’ll control Genie and wish for them gals.” Conjured and asked of his whim. One wish was granted to him. All forty beauts, but they wish to be pals.' Lol! This part is my favorite :) Great job Kim!
Rodrigues Avatar
May 7, 2026 at 5:14 PM
LOL…so glad you liked that! Thank you, Bj!
Rolland Avatar
May 7, 2026 at 3:36 PM
this is so cute and nice, reading is enchanting my heart, thanks poet for the delicate poems
Rodrigues Avatar
May 7, 2026 at 5:14 PM
Thank you, Yann! I appreciate you!
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