Would you like to taste the sky?
Does it taste like blue or pink?
It tastes like clouds that rise so high.
I'd like to try it, I do think.
It's cotton candy, sugary sweet.
It feels like mushy sticky goo.
Do try it, dear, it's such a tasty treat.
I'm not sure; I don't know what to do.
I'll try it first; it's good - you'll see.
You use your fingers? it's so sticky.
I pinch a bit, a tiny bit maybe.
Ok, I'll try it even though I'm picky.
Mmm this fluffy candy is the best.
You're right, Mom, I'm eating a cloud.
I knew you'd love it - you'll attest.
This pink and blue don't taste so loud.
Is there anything else you'd like to try?
What exactly is an elephant's ear?
A taste of heaven, by and by
But will the elephant lose his cheer?
Oh, my Dearest, this is dough that's fried.
Tell me more about a corndog.
I promise you it's not what you assume
It's on a stick, a tiny brownish log?
It's my favorite fair food to consume.
Mommy, please, my tummy isn't right.
Oh, no, our treats were not as I had planned.
My tummy feels like bubbles in a fight.
It's time to go now; come and take my hand.
About the Creator
Barb Dukeman
An English teacher by trade, I’ve spent 32+ years in the classroom, instilling a love of literature (and a tolerance of writing) in my students. I started reading at the age of three and started writing at 13 with a poem about green socks.
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Comments (1)
I love how cotton candy just disappears in my mouth but a kaleidoscope of flavor is left behind.