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Consider the Snake

Let’s give a thought, if you have time, To treatment of the lowly snake. Who without benefit of legs Must travel over land and lake. He lost his legs, the Good Book says, Because he tempted Adam’s wife And brought the first recorded fight Into that happy couple’s life. She’ll crush his head, the curse […]

Consider the Tortoise

He takes long walks Alone in the park But he never fails To get home before dark. ‘Cause he takes his home Wherever he goes He drags it along With the claws on his toes. He’s famous with children For winning one race Which taught the advantage Of a good steady pace. Though safe in […]

Consider the Skunk

Consider the skunk, He’s well known for his smell. It is time you should run When he raises his tail. Geneva Convention? Mr. Skunk doesn’t care. His first line of defense Is chemical warfare!

Consider the Snail (Epilogue)

So, little snail, you give me thought While looking at your shiny trail. How to express my gratitude For lessons that you taught so well? They say that snails are mostly water; I think they’re made of mostly goo, ‘Cause water wouldn’t be so hard For me to clean off of my shoe.

Consider the Porcupine

The porcupine, as we all know, Is not a cuddly creature. He always seems on pins and needles And sharp retorts are his main feature. The porcupine is, by nature, Always slightly out of joint. And if you try to argue with him, He’ll make certain that you get his point. Now Mr. and Mrs. […]