My cheek is swollen
just above the sting.
just above the sting.
My jaw still aches,
my eye can barely see.
But after all the pain
and swelling's gone
It really is much
sadder
for the bee.
Published by Tina Twito
I'm 39, with a wonderful husband (in Iowa), and a daughter who lives in NC with her hubby (love them both!). I write mostly children's stories and poetry (rhyming poetry, traditional poetry, haiku, but mostl... View profile
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15 Comments
Post a CommentA unique perspective! Nicely done :)
Yes, I am much better now! Thanks all!
True, the poor bee got the worst of it.
Such a sweet poem! I love it,a nd hope you are better now!!!
Great poem. Poor silly bee.
LOL! OUCH! At least you can take solace in knowing that bee is no longer with us. :-)
Thanks all for your comments and concern! A bit itchy today, but recovering nicely!
Cute! (Hope you are OK...)
lol. that was great.
this is brilliant!!