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The Butler’s Solution

There were once some giraffes asked to tea
They politely accepted with glee.
The butler remarked, ”Aren’t YOU tall!”
For you, our chairs are too small.
So they drank tea from outside — quite hap’ly
Copyright © | Year Posted 2024

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Maverick Avatar
August 14, 2024 at 10:31 PM
The neck of some guests Suz' i don't think The china is safe? Enjoyed the light lunch.'
Delaney Avatar
August 15, 2024 at 4:38 AM
Thanks for joining us for lunch, Joe The giraffes were never invited back lol
Kendrick Avatar
June 21, 2024 at 2:58 PM
Good one. I liked that picture, and your poem brought it to life. Thanks for sharing your talent with us. Sara K
Dietrich Avatar
June 16, 2024 at 9:44 PM
I hope this was a winner because it was one of my favorites
Delaney Avatar
June 22, 2024 at 4:10 AM
No...it was N/A'd . Not sure why. Maybe because it was a syllable or two over in places. LOL SuZ
Wolf Avatar
May 7, 2024 at 3:55 PM
Cute take on this photo, Suzanne... Though I'm not sure about that butler's cajones: He did not give the giraffes bib. Neither did he require that they use the dinnerware! lol. :) gw
Delaney Avatar
May 8, 2024 at 6:27 AM
Hi Gershon. Thanks for making me smile this morning. Maybe the butler didn’t have enough tablecloths to make bibs for them….lol SuZ
Beaufort Avatar
April 28, 2024 at 2:30 PM
Really funny Suzanne. It's a great idea and you made me laugh today! I think I'm feeling a strange glow in my mind thanks to you! Haven't felt this way for several days. It's a remarkable poem!!
Delaney Avatar
May 8, 2024 at 6:25 AM
Thanks Duke:I am glad it gave you a good happy feeling. It didn’t make the cut in the contest but I felt a good glow too for writing it. Ha ha.
Anaya Avatar
April 24, 2024 at 1:09 PM
Great story telling in this very funny lim, Suzette. Loved it! hugs~Anaya
Delaney Avatar
April 24, 2024 at 2:09 PM
Thanks Anaya: I appreciate your stopping by to comment. Hugs, SuZ
Romios Avatar
April 18, 2024 at 3:47 PM
Awesome work, my friend! Best to you in the contest. Pangie xx
Delaney Avatar
April 18, 2024 at 6:01 PM
Thanks Pangie: I appreciate your taking time to read and leave me a nice comment You made my afternoon dear friend,
Dietrich Avatar
April 17, 2024 at 8:49 AM
very cute. Can't wait to see this contest judged. Everyone I saw did so well.
Delaney Avatar
April 18, 2024 at 5:58 PM
I agree Andrea: It is a fun contest. I liked your entry a lot. SuZ.
Callus Avatar
April 16, 2024 at 2:40 PM
How cute this Limerick is, Suz! These giraffes certainly enjoyed tea, even if they quickly had to adapt. ~ Hope you are keeping well, my friend. Regards // paul
Delaney Avatar
April 18, 2024 at 5:56 PM
Thanks Paul : Good thing they had long necks to reach the tea. Best, SuZ
Delaney Avatar
April 16, 2024 at 3:36 PM
Glad you found it amusing, Paul: I am well except for some eye problems. Thanks for stopping to say Hi.SuZ
Goldsmith Avatar
April 15, 2024 at 7:28 AM
What a fun Limerick  write. "Good Luck" Looks like we both did this one. Have a fun day...............
Delaney Avatar
April 16, 2024 at 3:35 PM
Thanks Paula: I will check it out. SuZ
Rodrigues Avatar
April 14, 2024 at 9:11 PM
I really thought I commented on this one. very cute!
Delaney Avatar
April 16, 2024 at 3:35 PM
Thanks KIm: Appreciate your visit.
Fisher Avatar
April 14, 2024 at 5:09 PM
Haha, good one! That explains the pic perfectly.
Delaney Avatar
April 14, 2024 at 5:41 PM
Thanks David.Glad you enjoyed. SuZ
Lamoureux Avatar
April 14, 2024 at 7:08 AM
Delightful.
Delaney Avatar
April 14, 2024 at 7:11 AM
Thanks Rich: Such a fun picture. I had to try. Thanks for you visit. SuZ
One Avatar
April 14, 2024 at 7:00 AM
An excellent take on the contest.. Best of luck..
Delaney Avatar
April 14, 2024 at 8:03 AM
Thanks Si: It would be fun to see them in real life, wouldn’t it? I love seeing animals cope with civilization in their own remarkable way. SuZ
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