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Little Billy Bellybutton, longed to join the Forces
He filled in all the paper work, applied for all the courses
First he tried the R.A.F, a pilot he would be
Silver wings upon his chest, for all the girls to see
The theory tests were easy, but when it came to flying
Discovering his fear of heights, Billy gave up trying
Next off to the Army, to become a fighting man
A super khaki hero, at least that was the plan
He learned the art of marching , and also weapons drill
How to hide with camouflage, and sixty ways to kill
At last young Bill was on his way, much to his delight
Then sadly missed the big parade, his boots were far to tight
One last chance to make his mark, young Billy went to sea
A life upon the ocean waves, is just the job for me
Fathoms, knots, and signalling, saved him from disaster
Whatever task they set him, he soon became its master
There we find him out on deck, simply contemplating
How little Billy Bellybutton, became a Naval Rating
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HA! HA! Excellent stuff.Whatever, I think he will be ( bathed) in glory
, Ros
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This is brilliant. I enjoyed reading this; made me giggle
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Well, I always enjoy your poetry, it never fails to please. Another superb masterpiece. Bravo
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Now that's funny great rhyme and pacy like a Military two step followed a course and ended with a tag Made me smile and that's what it set out to do well done...
Cyber Artist
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Love it!....still delivering that brilliant good old humour Legend. You always keep a nice steady flow, we could almost sing your poetry and you still are the master of rhyme. Brill and Bravo! Well done.
Shaz xx
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What wonderful humor comes from contemplating one's navel! Nice ending with the Naval Rating, too. Nice comic relief from dreary days. Just lovely.
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Brilliant my old friend, love the pic and the rhyming on this was superb...Naval Rating!!!!! Excellent...mal
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Rhythmn, Rhyme, cute and funny - what more could we ask for? More - would be the 1st word I'd shout! Lovely poem, lovely picture and thanks for the smile on my dial right now. That last line is a cracker. Von xx
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I love it! You have given me my chuckle for the day.
I do think "kharki" should be "khaki" though
Cheers
Judtih
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this was cute I liked it and the pic is adorable. thanks for a good read. i think ill stick around and read for a bit if ya dont mind
huggles
Lena -
cute
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SImply beautiful and soooo very cute! I liked this
poem from start to finish and with a flawless rhyme
it made it such a pleasure to read..take care.
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Class!
A perfect poem - funny clever and rich! Loved it
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Bravo
Great little piece my friend ! ... the rhythm and rhyme is solid. A wonderfully witty little story that's just up my street !
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great rhyme and rhythm as always
Billy Bellybutton had no choice
but be a naval rating
for since a child he's spent much time
just quietly contemplating,
so it seems very clear to me
and really not amazing
his chosen occupation
would of course be naval gazing
A fun tale well told
good luck in the contest
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SOOOOOOOOOO CUTE
Love the picture Richard. Your rhyme and flow are pure perfection! This was a delight to read this morning. Love your creative imagination, it is never-ending. Take care, Alwways, Sandy
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More amusement from the merry pen of Legend, a top read that gave a top laugh.
Regards.
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prompt perfect
haha! A funny nonsensical piece had me smiling from the first jaunty line. Meter and rhyme tight..that last line kills me..with the picture...
how does your mind work....
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Ha... a nice piece of nonsense once again Legend...There we find him out on deck, simply contemplating
How little Billy Bellybutton, became a Naval Rating
by your own words he wasn't any good for the oher two...once again a gooden...Dan
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simply contemplating
your grandchild should be contemplating things like this these days. Like Amera I should think these kinds of poems would make for a wonderful compilation of works at a minimum for your grandchildren. Always a joy to read.
Jim
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A man with a plan!
Firstly ... you always seem to come up with the best pics to go along with your poems. This one is no exception and the poem is fun at it's best. You are the poet that knows how to lighten up the usual and your pen does its job by flowing along with those thoughts. Love it! Keep sharing with the humor as it does this site a world of good and keeps this reader entertained. Thanks, joy
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I'd love to disect your brain and see all those funny little things in there that keep us all so amused and laughing. This was especially cute and so very clever in the wording. I love the picture as it gives us a clear idea of whom was out training. Just another masterpice from a Legend in his own write....(his own write....get it!) Excellent, my friend.
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One of my favorites from you, and I've enjoyed many of your poems. I did not see where this one was going, and loved the punchline!!
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your poems can always can make me smile, even when my day is just the pitts. thanks for having a wonderful sense of humor and and even more wonderful love of writing!
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precious
Don't tell the pen this it will go straight to his head- or where ever credit go to a pen. May even foul up his ink - lol poor poor pen...mac
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The usual perfect rhyme (khaki)
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hahahaha!!!! Wonderful as usual....I'm getting hooked on you Legend me dear for me daily larfter fix....Just love the little lad too.
Lulu
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This is awesome, and the picture is so very cute. You're a master, that's undeniable. Thanks for the smile
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This is a fabulously excellent little tale told in poetic form, with a wonderful touch of humour. I always wondered where contemplating your naval came from and now I know. Your poems never fail to entertain and brighten the day
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I love misreadings
English is so deliciously full of word confusions, I cannot claim this one as my own
There was a young girl from Madras
Who had a remarkable ass
Not rounded and pink
As you probably think
But grey had long ears and ate grass!
Yours is SUPERB!!!!
Jeff
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A delightful start to the day. Such excellence in rhythm, flow and rhyme should be rewarded, not to mention the humor. Thanks.
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love this the humour and the end is fantastic, such a sweet poem for a sweet pic. Well done.
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I absolutely adore this. The poem lends credence to the pic in so many ways! This really makes me smile and feel all warm and fuzzy....lol You da man with the rhyming plan~
Blessings,
Frogz~
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Hilarious! I needed a good laugh. I really think you should compile and publish your humorous poetry, they're classic!
Love,
Amera♥
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