Whimsy


Humour is not always fun
Sometimes it’s out of place
But when it strikes it could just put
A smile upon your face.

While walking barefoot on the sand
And contemplating woe, 
The muse of humour happened by
And this I did compose: 

I am a small and tiny toe
And of the colour pink
I complement my foot so well - 
Just  love to walk in sync.

I am a large and funny bone
I do my best to charm
And with my bendy sense of fun
My humour can disarm.

I am a nose, a nosy thing
I lead us here and there
Smelling smoke from far-off fires
Just watch my nostrils flare.

Three verses will suffice for now
My muse she has grown tired
I've run out of all body parts
That seem to be inspired.

Have I gained from making up 
Some humour in this way?
I have not thought of woe at all,
That’s all that I can say.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2025

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Peckham Avatar
November 4, 2025 at 2:02 PM
I was thoroughly taken with this funny poem. I love whimsey in any way. Thank you.
Springs Avatar
November 4, 2025 at 3:55 PM
Thank you Barbara, glad you enjoyed it.
Meadows Avatar
September 26, 2025 at 2:48 AM
A fun poem! Enjoyed reading this. Well done!
Springs Avatar
September 26, 2025 at 2:59 AM
Thanks Daisy.
Canerdy Avatar
August 31, 2025 at 1:07 PM
Annabel, this is so delightful, so entertaining! Janice
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