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Witches Stirring the Soup's Brew

Three busy witches stood stirring a stew Cauldron filled with freaky things for a brew Each Halloween they made soup in their escapade Adding ingredients to a brown roux Jan, of course, as she always wants to do added a bouquet garni of fresh poo She said, "It's for flavour! A taste that I favour." There's no tellin' where she got it? No clue Tania, from the north is witch number two Stardust into the black cauldron, she threw It made the others sneeze Lin, witch three shouted, "Geeze!" She exclaimed when in her face, stardust blew The scents were mingling in the kitchen, Phew! Some poet shouted, "Open the damn flue!" The kitchen got too hot From flames under the pot Suddenly, a clock began to chime… CUCKOO "I'll lower the heat so it doesn't spew." Tania, the prudent said because she knew Jan and Lin were laughing Bantering and chaffing Sometimes she'd like to tell those two to shoo! Jan sliced the snout of what looked like a shrew Lin poured in vials of green stuff... jou jou? The brew started boiling While they were still toiling “Quick! Let's serve it before it turns to goo!” Their brew was served to all the poets, who said it seemed like someone made a boo-boo The witches weren't upset Twas their best prank yet Soupers were cursed with Halloween voodoo Some began to fly; in circles they flew Others wailed with salty tears, oh boo hoo The witches felt regret They grew sad, but not yet... Did they break the spell till fell morning dew
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Fowler Avatar
November 5, 2023 at 5:41 PM
Oh Lin! What a great string of limericks and a scary story of witches in the soup. Love it! :))
Edmonds  Avatar
November 3, 2023 at 7:54 PM
Brilliant Limericks for Halloween Lin, I hope no souper grew sick supping your brew… Belle
Lane Avatar
November 4, 2023 at 10:12 AM
Thanks so much, Belle.
Cunningham Avatar
November 3, 2023 at 4:20 AM
You were really into the spirit of halloween Lin, this is gold and I nearly missed it. Great writing, you never disappoint us. Tom
Lane Avatar
November 3, 2023 at 4:27 AM
I was watching Hocus Pocus and thought of the three of us. We’ve been accused of being mean girls but only by those who have the facts backwards. Thanks, Tom. Maybe we’ll get together and brew a Thanksgiving meal. Lol
Kavanagh  Avatar
October 30, 2023 at 3:12 PM
A masterclass of rhyming Limericks Lin, damn you make them look so effortless to write, I guess I’m one of those soupers flying high after reading your halloween hijinks, best looking coven of witches I’ve ever seen lol, captcha spt, ok which one of you did spt in the brew, brilliant cheers David
Lane Avatar
November 1, 2023 at 6:21 AM
It's a toss up for me. Depends or whether or not I'm in the mood for chopped nuts or smashed ones. lol That sounds a titch strange.
Kavanagh  Avatar
October 31, 2023 at 7:02 AM
Snickers all the time Lin, there’s something about all the nuts!
Lane Avatar
October 31, 2023 at 5:59 AM
Hi David. Thank you. I love the sarcasm of Limericks. I feel like I should be handing out candy to everyone who comments. Lol. Snickers or Reese’s peanut butter cups?
Turner Avatar
October 30, 2023 at 11:04 AM
What a fun read this is, Lin. Showing off your playful side:) Not sure what kind of soup it is but I think I'll skip to the dessert:) Happy Halloween!
Lane Avatar
October 31, 2023 at 5:57 AM
Morning, Danny. It’s the kind of soup that only the wicked should be served. It’s not for you!! Have some of my apple pie instead. Thanks!
Kauffman Avatar
October 30, 2023 at 10:51 AM
So hysterical, Lin, and very fun! Such a treat without the tricks! Sending you blessings with a smile!
Lane Avatar
October 31, 2023 at 5:54 AM
Lol Sam. Thanks for your comments. They’re a treat for me.
Greenhough Avatar
October 30, 2023 at 9:42 AM
An uplifting Halloween poem. So funny, I did smile. Thank you.
Lane Avatar
October 31, 2023 at 5:54 AM
Thanks for finding the humor in it, Hilda.
Allison Avatar
October 30, 2023 at 7:49 AM
lol Lin thanks for including me in the halloween howler! hugs han xx
Lane Avatar
October 31, 2023 at 5:53 AM
There you are! I can’t do Hocus Pokus without you and Tania.. well maybe sometimes
Baker Avatar
October 30, 2023 at 1:37 AM
WOW, Lin, what a great Limerick for the Halloween season. I'm sure Tania and Jan will get a thrill out of this one. Thanks for the fun! Bill
Lane Avatar
October 30, 2023 at 6:28 AM
Tania did and Jan doesn’t know about it yet. She’s MIA this morning. Thanks very much, Bill.
Flood Avatar
October 29, 2023 at 4:32 PM
Yikes! If ever you throw a dinner party… I’ll have a pressing engagement… I mean, snout of shrew? It’s enough to turn me vegan! Wicked Halloween verses, Lin.
Lane Avatar
November 3, 2023 at 4:29 AM
You’re safe with us, Terry. You’re one of the good guys who knows we’re not the mean ones.
Flood Avatar
November 1, 2023 at 6:13 PM
Crikey… I’m not sure I have that much to spare… hmmm… I dunno though.., ;-)
Lane Avatar
October 30, 2023 at 6:26 AM
You’ll show up if you’re invited or something that goes into our next brew will a part of you! Thanks, Terry
Kitchin Avatar
October 29, 2023 at 2:58 PM
Lin, ha ha, I love this, so fun and creative, thank you for including me!
Lane Avatar
October 29, 2023 at 3:38 PM
We had a little Hocus Pocus of our own going on. Haha. Glad you like it.
Fisher Avatar
October 29, 2023 at 1:37 PM
Lin, this is a riot, and a limerick and mono-rhyme combo masterpiece! How fun, and impressive.
Lane Avatar
October 29, 2023 at 3:37 PM
I am SO glad you enjoyed it, David. Thanks for recognizing the forms!
Goldsmith Avatar
October 29, 2023 at 1:22 PM
What a fun Limerick write/story/picture. Watch out what you drink, it could be from a witches brew. Have a wonderful day.......
Lane Avatar
October 29, 2023 at 3:36 PM
Lol Paula. Thanks for liking this one!
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