What Did Come First?

The peanut or beer,
Dear John, John Deere,
Shade or a tree,
Puddles or a sea?

A table or dust,
Frosting or pie crust,
The in’s or out’s,
Squashed thumbs or shouts?

Did time or matter,
Or the pitter patter?
What did come first,
Or does it matter?

Because, here’s my thought;
Since nothing had thought,
Before there was thought,
Then first matter’s naught.


For the 4x4x4 contest

Copyright © | Year Posted 2025



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Date: 2/5/2025 9:08:00 PM
It makes sense at the end. I enjoy the puzzle, or is it puzzling, poem.
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Date: 2/3/2025 9:36:00 PM
Reminds me of this old classic: What's the difference between God and Man? God created something out of nothing. Man makes nothing out of something.
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David Fisher
Date: 2/6/2025 5:38:00 PM
Enjoyed your comment and reminder of an apt quote!
Date: 2/3/2025 11:44:00 AM
fun poem but it is thought provoking in a witty way - the final stanza sure made me smile :-) hugs Jan xx
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Date: 1/31/2025 10:32:00 AM
I think you brought this delightful piece to its only logical conclusion. Very enjoyable read, David.
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David Fisher
Date: 2/1/2025 12:35:00 PM
Thanks for the kind words, Jim. Well I was 'chicken' to go the other route.
Date: 1/30/2025 9:48:00 PM
well for the peanut and the beer, I found a way to test, I ordered both from Amazon and indeed the peanuts came first! Loved the poem.
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David Fisher
Date: 2/1/2025 12:33:00 PM
Thanks Arthur, and I guess that settles it.
Date: 1/30/2025 5:26:00 AM
Hello David, What a delightful and thought-provoking piece. So playful yet real, like a puzzle that invites deeper reflection. As I read this, I thought about how you’ve captured that sweet spot between whimsy and philosophy so effortlessly. I Love Philosophy! Winter Blessings, My Friend, Daniel
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David Fisher
Date: 2/1/2025 12:37:00 PM
Thanks so much Daniel, and I'm glad you enjoyed the contrast.
Date: 1/29/2025 10:57:00 AM
What a creative 4x4x4 write. It will make the reader think & that is a good thing. A Fun Read.... "Good Luck" Have a fun day writing away.............
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David Fisher
Date: 2/1/2025 12:35:00 PM
Thanks so much Paula!
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