#Limerick Archives • Molly Shea's Hen House

Pink House in the Hood

I can stick with the rhyme pattern. Therefore, I wrote Pink House in the Hood to demonstrate how everyone has their own preferences.

I believe I can stick with the rhyme pattern. Therefore, I wrote Consuelo in honor of the women who do the dirty jobs for others.

Frogs are the best way to determine the condition of an ecosystem. Therefore, I wrote Big Moth Frog to remind us to take care of our environment.

I believe I can stick with the rhyme pattern. I wrote Fickle Francine as a commentary on how looks aren’t everything. Personality counts for a lot.

I can stick with the rhyme pattern. Therefore, I wrote Elf on the Shelf to get into the Christmas spirit for 2020.

I can stick with the rhyme pattern. I wrote Meth Head Marty as a word picture for some of the guys who hang out in the neighborhood.

Therefore, I wrote Scary Larry in honor of the old men who spend afternoon’s sitting at the liar’s table. You know who you are.

I can stick with the rhyme pattern. I wrote Ruler on a Throne as a commentary on how power corrupts.

Therefore, I decided to write a Limerick dedicated to a skinny guy who found a way to use his thiness to his advantage. I hope you enjoy Slim Jim.

I believe I can stick with the rhyme pattern. Therefore, I wrote Kokomo Arnold to honor the memory of an old-time bluesman.