The Bear

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Tourist Who Mocks Russian Bear Ends Up Running For His Life - The ...

There once was an old man we called Harry That felt all animals were quite scary When the big bear stood tall He did not move at all For the bear turned to chase his friend Larry

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Silent One

Date: 3/2/2024 8:01:00 AM

Ha good one Bill! Great limerick.

Bill Baker
Date: 3/9/2024 5:31:00 PM

Thanks, my friend. Have a pleasant week. Bill

Valsa George

Date: 3/2/2024 12:55:00 AM

Poor Larry.... ! Did Harry realize that he was going to chase Larry. The best thing is to stand still when an animal comes charging. Great Limerick, dear Bill.

Bill Baker
Date: 3/9/2024 5:31:00 PM

Harry was just scared stiff. He was surprised Larry could run. Sad that the bear hit his head on that overhanging limb though. The bear was just being a bear. We surprise it and he probably thought we wanted the play. That was the long version of ... No, I didn't. Have a great week, my friend. Bill