Group Limerick

Atop the old lighthouse of Pharos

John you are the naughty man because you keep breaking your own rule of "one line per person per day"!

This ain't the scramble where he who solves, in this case, finishes goes next.

Anybody can go next or start I'd think as long as they go by the rule?

Atop the old lighthouse of Pharos
There landed three sparrows

Atop the old lighthouse of Pharos
There landed three sparrows
No fig leaf was there,

Atop the old lighthouse of Pharos
There landed three sparrows
No fig leaf was there,
just sky and air!

Atop the old lighthouse of Pharos,
There landed three sparrows.
No fig leaf was there,
Just sky and air!
This light would now fit in wheelbarrows!

There once was a Keeper named Sue,

There once was a keeper named Sue.
Who was known to enjoy a brew.


Wonder what rhymes with "Mombo"?

There once was a keeper named Sue.
Who was known to enjoy a brew.
Down the stairs one day she did tumble,

There once was a keeper named Sue.
Who was known to enjoy a brew.
Down the stairs one day she did tumble,
Oh Boy! did this ever make her grumble!

There once was a keeper named Sue.
Who was known to enjoy a brew.
Down the stairs one day she did tumble,
Oh Boy! did this ever make her grumble!
Because out of her hand the brew flew!

I was about to end it with:

Now she needed to have a few.

I'll start the next one:

This year Harbour Lights made Erie Land.

This year Harbour Lights made Erie Land
Smart colletor's now have one in hand!

This year Harbour Lights made Erie Land
Smart Collector's now have one in hand.
I haven't seen the real one yet.

This year Harbour Lights made Erie Land
Smart Collector's now have one in hand.
I haven't seen the real one yet.
But I just got directions on the net.

This year Harbour Lights made Erie Land
Smart Collector's now have one in hand.
I haven't seen the real one yet.
But I just got directions on the net.
Keeper Sue likes 'em bottled or canned!

(Oops, guess I was a day late for the drinking poem! )

I don't know but I've been told,

I don't know, but I've been told:
Portland Head Light has been sold.

I don't know, but I've been told
Portland Headlight has been sold.
Oh no! that cannot be.

I don't know, but I've been told
Portland Headlight has been sold.
Oh no! that cannot be.
Would be too high a fee!

I don't know, but I've been told
Portland Head Light has been sold.
Oh no! that cannot be.
Would be too high a fee!
And who would be so bold.

I'll start a new one:

Out of the fog came a sailing vessel.

Out of the fog came a sailing vessel,
Built with pride by the shipyard in Bethel,

Out of the fog came a sailing vessel,
Built with pride by the shipyard in Bethel,
The skipper was proud

Out of the fog came a sailing vessel,
Built with pride by the shipyard in Bethel,
The skipper was proud
And he shouted out loud,

Out of the fog came a sailing vessel,
Built with pride by the shipyard in Bethel,
The skipper was proud
And he shouted out loud,
I hope she fits under that tresle.

Am I the only one starting these???

We must remember Bergen Point Light,

We must remember Bergen Point Light,
Its legacy is well worth the fight,

We must remember Bergen Point Light,
Its legacy is well worth the fight,
She helped many ships though the Kill Van Kull,

We must remember Bergen Point Light
Its legacy is well worth the fight,
She helped many ships through the Kill Van Kull,
So they didn't end up with a hole in the hull!

We must remember Bergen Point Light
Its legacy is well worth the fight,
She helped many ships through the Kill Van Kull,
So they didn't end up with a hole in the hull!
Gone is this beacons shine at night.

To give Lighthouse Loon a break...I'll start:

The Christmas Ship one winter went sailing

The Christmas Ship one winter went sailing
Navy Pier Chicago she was heading

Judy

The Christmas Ship one winter went sailing
Navy Pier Chicago she was heading
she carries lots of Good Will

The Christmas Ship one winter went sailing
Navy Pier Chicago she was heading
She carries lots of Good Will
Trees on deck, wishes to fill

Judy

The Christmas Ship one winter went sailing
Navy Pier Chicago she was heading
She carries lots of Good Will
Trees on deck, wishes to fill,
With no thoughts of ever failing.

Thought I'd take the last Limerick off. Not bad at all, the second lines a stretch. But hey, where just amateurs at this. Here goes:

I took a tour of Split Rock,

I took a tour of Split Rock,
On the keeper's door I did knock.

I took a tour of Split Rock.
On the door I did knock,
And to my surprise, who did appear?

I took a tour of Split Rock.
On the door I did knock,
And to my surprise, who did appear?
Offering myself an ice cold beer,

I took a tour of Split Rock.
On the door I did knock,
And to my surprise, who did appear?
Offering myself an ice cold beer,
Father Christmas with a very full sock!

So I guess it is my turn to start one?

There once was a lightship at yule tide

I think this is the best yet!
Oh, and for our American Forum Friends:
Father Christmas is the English name for Santa!
HCS

There once was a lightship at yule tide
With twinkling lights on deck and top side

There once was a lightship at yule tide,
With twinkling lights on deck and top side,
A large wreath on its main mass,

There once was a lightship at yule tide,
With twinkling lights on deck and top side,
A large wreath on its main mast,
To mark fondly its days past.

There once was a lightship at yule tide,
With twinkling lights on deck and top side,
A large wreath on its main mast,
To mark fondly its days past.
It brings safety, good cheer to all far and wide!

Happy 2nd Advent Sunday!
Lets carry on with the season's theme


Today on this Sunday in Advent

Today on this Sunday in Advent
Don't let the holiday rush get us bent,

... Merry Christmas should be one's call
... to those you greet, one and all ...

Today on this Sunday in Advent
Don't let the holiday rush get us bent,
Merry Christmas should be one's call
To those you greet, one and all
Especially on all Christmas cards sent!


Ooohhh... me again..
OK once more and then I promise to let someone else have a go, OK?!

There were a few friends on the Forum

Today on this Sunday in Advent
Don't let the holiday rush get us bent
Merry Christmas should be one's call,
To those you greet, one and all
Wait till you get home to vent.

Combining lighthouses with Christmas:

At North Pole Light I heard a jingle,

.. sounded like "White Christmas" from "Der Bingle"

Hmmm ... two endings ... never mind... don't want to hogg things...

Sorry Margret, looks like we posted the last line almost at the same time. We should finish your limerick after the current one.

Combining the first two lines:

At North Pole Light I heard a jingle,
Sounded like "White Christmas" from "Der Bingle",

At North Pole Light I heard a jingle,
Sounded like "White Christmas" from "Der Bingle",
From a distance sounds Santas Ho Ho

At North Pole Light I heard a jingle,
Sounded like "White Christmas" from "Der Bingle",
From a distance sounds Santas Ho Ho
As the reindeer shouted, "Let's Go!",

At North Pole Light I heard a jingle,
Sounded like "White Christmas" from "Der Bingle",
From a distance sounds Santas Ho Ho
As the reindeer shouted, "Let's Go!",
Hey, it's Kris Kringle !!!

Here's Margrets first line from before:

There were a few friends on the Forum

There were a few friends from the Forum
Who daily liked to pour "or 'em" [over 'em]

There were a few friends from the Forum
Who daily liked to pour "or 'em" [over 'em]
Writing Limericks to spread holiday cheer,

There were a few friends from the Forum
Who daily liked to pour "or 'em" [over 'em]
Writing Limericks to spread holiday cheer,
Maybe drinking ice cold beer!

There were a few friends from the Forum
Who daily liked to pour "or 'em" [over 'em]
Writing Limericks to spread holiday cheer,
Maybe drinking ice cold beer!
I'll vote for that let's have more of 'em!

It was Christmas Eve at the Rock Island Light

It was Christmas Eve at the Rock Island light.
The snow ws swirling all through the night.

It was Christmas Eve at the Rock Island light.
The snow ws swirling all through the night
For miles you could still see its beacon,

It was Christmas Eve at the Rock Island light.
The snow was swirling all through the night
For a mile you could still see its beacon,
The ray of hope the Captain was seeking,

It was Christmas Eve at the Rock Island light.
The snow was swirling all through the night
For a mile you could still see its beacon,
The ray of hope the Captain was seekin';
For seafaring sailors, 'twas safe harbor in sight!

There once was a crusty old salt,

There once was a crusty old salt,
Thought nothing was ever his fault.

There once was a crusty old salt,
Thought nothing was ever his fault.
Fished by Bullock Point,

There once was a crusty old salt,
Thought nothing was ever his fault.
Fished by Bullock Point,
"Caught" Sunday's joint


(could not resist that sorry - as my brother did that one summer! He was fly fishing and accidentally "caught" the meat from the BBQ behind him :p )

There once was a crusty old salt,
Thought nothing was ever his fault.
Fished by Bullock Point,
"Caught" Sunday's joint
And ate it with his favorite malt.

Merry Christmas was his shout,

Merry Christmas was his shout
As the snow fell all about.

Merry Christmas was his shout
As the snow fell all about.
Plenty of Harbour Lights in his sleigh,

Merry Christmas was his shout,
As the snow fell all about.
Plenty of Harbour Lights in his sleigh,
For all the anxious Collectors-awaiting so far away...

Merry Christmas was his shout,
As the snow fell all about.
Plenty of Harbour Lights in his sleigh,
For all the anxious Collectors-awaiting so far away...
I hope he leaves me a Mackinaw that sold out!!!

Christmas came to the keepers house,

Christmas came to the keeper's house,
The Flying Santa left treats for all, including the mouse!

Christmas came to the keeper's house,
The Flying Santa left treats for all, including the mouse!
The cat licked his chops,

Christmas came to the keeper's house,
The Flying Santa left treats for all, including the mouse!
The cat licked his chops,
While waiting on the roof tops,

Christmas came to the keeper's house,
The Flying Santa left treats for all, including the mouse!
The cat licked his chops,
While waiting on roof tops,
The mouse cried "Don't eat me... I have kids and a spouse!!!"

'Twas the night before Christmas at Sherwood Point,

'Twas the night before Christmas at Sherwood Point,
Many elves all over the joint.

'Twas the night before Christmas at Sherwood Point,
Many elves all over the joint.
Making sure Santa see's their beacon,

'Twas the night before Christmas at Sherwood Point,
Many elves all over the joint.
Making sure Santa see's their beacon,
For safe travel is what he's seeking,

'Twas the night before Christmas at Sherwood Point,
Many elves all over the joint.
Making sure Santa sees their beacon,
For safe travel is what he's seeking,
As not the little ones to disappoint!

A frigid wind through Death's Door blew,

A frigid wind through Death's Door blew,
Could it be caused by you-know-who?

A frigid wind through Death's Door blew,
Could it be caused by you-know-who?
The man with the horns, all dressed in red,

A frigid wind through Death's Door blew,
Could it be caused by you-know-who?
The man with the horns, all dressed in red,
Better sail on quickly-or lose your head.

A frigid wind through Death's Door blew,
Could it be caused by you-know-who?
The man with the horns, all dressed in red,
Better sail on quickly-or lose your head.
Cause you know where he'll take you to !!!

I wish all a holiday toast,

I wish all a Holiday toast.
Especially lighthousers on the Coast.

I wish all a Holiday toast.
Especially lighthousers on the Coast.
To all good folk from far and near,

I wish all a Holiday toast.
Especially lighthousers from the Coast.
To all good folks from far and near,
Lets raise our glass with zest and cheer,

I wish all a Holiday toast.
Especially lighthousers from the Coast.
To all good folks from far and near,
Lets raise our glass with zest and cheer,
And I want to thank Harbour Lights the most !!!

Last night I had a little eggnog,

Last night I had a little eggnog,
While sitting in front of the yule log.

Last night I had a little eggnog,
While sitting in front of the yule log.
My mind wandered to a Christmas past,

Last night I had a little eggnog,
While sitting in front of the yule log.
My mind wandered to a Christmas past,
And hope this years a blast,

Last night I had a little eggnog
While I sat in front of the yule log,
My mind wandered to a Christmas past.
And hope this years a blast.
Now, just a little more nog, before I go out in the fog.

Oh! I get to start one!

Santa pulled on his coat and hat and headed for the reindeer pack.


(Hope this isn't too long)

Santa pulled on his coat and hat and headed for the reindeer pack.
Santa, oh Santa...What do you have in that big old sack?

Santa pulled on his coat and hat and headed for the reindeer pack.
Santa, oh Santa...What do you have in that big old sack?
Could it be a memory of Christmas past,

Santa pulled on his coat and hat and headed for the reindeer pack.
Santa, oh Santa...What do you have in that big old sack?
Could it be a memory of Christmas past,
Please deliver it to me with your sled so fast!

Santa pulled on his coat and hat and headed for the reindeer pack.
Santa, oh Santa...What do you have in that big old sack?
Could it be a memory of Christmas past,
Please deliver it to me with your sled so fast!
Thanks Santa, you do know jack.

There once was a sailor in the Navy,

There once was a sailor in the Navy,
Whose hair was blonde and wavy.

There once was a sailor in the Navy,
Whose hair was blonde and wavy.
With an obvious pout it was time to ship out,

There once was a sailor in the Navy,
Whose hair was blonde and wavy.
With an obvious pout it was time to ship out,
A lady he'd be missing without a doubt,

There once was a sailor in the Navy,
Whose hair was blonde and wavy.
With an obvious pout it was time to ship out,
A lady he'd be missing without a doubt,
She made the best gravy.

I once went to the Isle of Jersey,

I once went to the Isle of Jersey,
A place far away from the Mersey,

I once went to the Isle of Jersey,
A place far away from the Mersey,
I saw much to my dismay,

I once went to the Isle of Jersey,
A place far away from the Mersey,
I saw much to my dismay,
A lighthouse that was made of clay!

I once went to the Isle of Jersey,
A place far away from the Mersey,
I saw much to my dismay,
A lighthouse that was made of clay!
It meant for certain this must be a Thursday!

(Think Beatles, Sgt. Pepper Days)

A Dennis we know, fond of whaling!
Spied a lighthouse while he was out sailing
"I'll view from my ship,
But no closer I'll get
There MUST be a sign for obeying!"


Sorry got carried away there.

Let's start here:

A Physicist name of Fresnel

You got a laugh out of me, John!

Back to the topic...

A Physicist name of Fresnel,
Liked the sound of a ringing bell,

A Physicist name of Fresnel,
Liked the sound of a ringing bell,
He invented that beautiful and famous optic,

A Physicist name of Fresnel,
Liked the sound of a ringing bell,
He invented that beautiful and famous optic,
Now keepers don't have to light a wick,

A Physicist name of Fresnel,
Liked the sound of a ringing bell,
He invented that beautiful and famous optic,
Now keepers don't have to light a wick,
The concensus was...isn't that swell!!!!

There once was an abandoned light,

There once was an abandoned light,
We could work to change its plight,

There once was an abandoned light,
We could work to change its plight,
Some could clean bricks

There once was an abandoned light,
We could work to change its plight,
Some could clean bricks
And many other things need a fix,

There once was an abandoned light,
We could work to change its plight,
Some could clean bricks
And many other things need a fix,
Soon we'll see it's beacon in the night.

I set a course for Delaware Bay,

I set a course for Delaware Bay,
Through the rough waves I made my way.

I set a course for Delaware Bay,
Through the rough waves I made my way.
Could I find Ship John Shoal?


~Judy

I set a course for Delaware Bay,
Through the rough waves I made my way.
Could I find Ship John Shoal?
It would thrill me to my very soul!

I set a course for Delaware Bay,
Through the rough waves I made my way.
Could I find Ship John Shoal?
It would thrill me to my very soul!
Getting close, there's Cape May.

I decided to have a second beer,

I'll join you!

I decided to have a second beer,
To celebrate the end of all that holiday cheer!

I decided to have a second beer.
To celebrate all that holiday cheer.
It made me want to dance and sing.

I decided to have a second beer.
To celebrate the end of all that holiday cheer.
It made me want to dance and sing.
To welcome the New Year in with lots of bling!

I decided to have a second beer.
To celebrate the end of all that holiday cheer.
It made me want to dance and sing.
To welcome the New Year in with lots of bling!
But now it's time to get life back in gear!

~Judy

starting a new one...
An old lighthouse cat named McGulpin

An old lighthouse cat named McGulpin
Thought his master, the keeper, 'twas helpin'.

An old lighthouse cat named McGulpin
Thought his master, the keeper, 'twas helpin'.
but it turned out, without any doubt


:rolleyes:

An old lighthouse cat named McGulpin
Thought his master, the keeper 'twas helpin'.
But it turned out, without any doubt,
There was big trouble about.

An old lighthouse cat named McGulpin
Thought his master, the keeper 'twas helpin'.
But it turned out, without any doubt,
There was big trouble about.
Because it was really the neighbors cat Shelton.

Why does it always seem I fill in the last line


I saw the light on the cliff,

Well better you than me, because my last line to that one would have been..."Because the keeper wore his Tartan!"

Judy

I've been trying to help you out! For awhile we were taking turns...

I saw the light on the cliff,
Towards it I steered my skiff.

I saw the light on the cliff,
Towards it I steered my skiff.
The blinking light said "Welcome Home".

~Judy

I saw the light on the cliff,
Towards it I steered my skiff.
The blinking light said "Welcome Home".
For it has been a long trip I did roam.

I saw the light on the cliff,
Towards it I steered my skiff.
The blinking light said "Welcome Home".
For it has been a long trip I did roam.
Now I need a drink - pretty stiff

OK, now I am home again, I'll help out a bit, OK?

There once was a woman from Blighty

There once was a woman from Blighty
A descendent of the king almighty,

There once was a woman from Blighty
A descendent of the king almighty,
Swore never to be a trophy wife,

There once was a woman from Blighty
A descendent of the king almighty,
Swore never to be a trophy wife,
Even if it meant living a solitary life.

Here's a starter:
"I went to the pub and ordered a Guiness..."

There once was a woman from Blighty
A descendent of the king almighty,
Swore never to be a trophy wife,
Even if it meant living a solitary life.
Changed her tune when she met Mr. Righty

~Judy

We needed to finish up Margret's with the fifth line first...done.

So let's go with Geo. H's first liner for the next one...which is making me thirsty.

"I went to the pub and ordered a Guiness..."

Judy

I went to the pub and ordered a Guiness.
A tall one for me, and only the finest.

~Judy

I went to the pub and ordered a Guiness.
A tall one for me, and only the finest.
In a nice frosty mug,

I went to the pub and ordered a Guiness.
A tall one for me, and only the finest.
In a nice frosty mug,
Almost as big as a jug.

I went to the pub and ordered a Guiness.
A tall one for me and only the finest.
In a nice frosty mug
Almost as big as a jug.
I must confess, I should had less!

I would like to take a lighthouse tour

I would like to take a lighthouse tour
With friends from near and far for sure.

~Judy

I would like to take a lighthouse tour
With friends from near and far for sure.
A time and a place is all I need,

I would like to take a lighthouse tour
With friends from near and far for sure.
A time and a place is all I need,
with many to see and explore indeed.

I would like to take a lighthouse tour
With friends from near and far for sure.
A time and a place is all I need,
with many to see and explore indeed.
When it comes to lighthouses... more, more, more.

I climbed to the top of the mast.

I climbed to the top of the mast.
The flashing light I saw at last.

~Judy

I climbed to the top of the mast.
The flashing light I saw at last.
What a welcoming sight,

I climbed to the top of the mast.
The flashing light I saw at last.
What a welcoming sight,
On this very dark night!

I climbed to the top of the mast.
The flashing light I saw at last.
What a welcoming sight,
On this very dark night!
Despite the fog horn's great blast!



The lighthouse keeper one dark night

The lighthouse keeper one dark night
Climbed the stairs to tend the light.

The lighthouse keeper one dark night
Climbed the tower to tend the light.
He cleaned the prisms and trimmed the wick,

The lighthouse keeper one dark night
Climbed the tower to tend the light.
He cleaned the prisms and trimmed the wick,
Knew his job, got it done quick,

The lighthouse keeper one dark night
Climbed the tower to tend the light.
He cleaned the prisms and trimmed the wick,
Knew his job, got it done quick,
Keeping the light shinning bright!

On a journey I sailed across the sea,

On a journey I sailed across the sea,
I took my honey with me,

On a journey I sailed across the sea.
I took my honey with me.
I was chasing lighthouses, both near and far.

On a journey I sailed across the sea.
I took my honey with me.
I was chasing lighthouses, both near and far.
I made a wish upon a star,

On a journey I sailed across the sea.
I took my honey with me.
I was chasing lighthouses, both near and far.
I made a wish upon a star,
First stop, the Isle of Jersey.

I made the trip across "The Pond",

I made the trip across "The Pond",
To the land of which I'm very fond,

I made the trip across "The Pond",
To the land of which I'm very fond,
To visit Marget and Eddystone!

Debbie... ('course, no one will know what's so funny, right?)

I made the trip across "The Pond",
To the land of which I'm very fond,
To visit Margret and Eddystone!
Then on to Scotland on my own,

~Judy

Judy...That was fun wasn't it?!
Exactly, which makes it even funnier!

Judy Debbie

Debbie , look back to my post. I edited again.

Me too!

I made the trip across "The Pond",
To the land of which I'm very fond,
To visit Margret and Eddystone!
Then on to Scotland on my own,
Went to see Loch Lomond!

Nice one !!!

People came from far and wide,

People came from far and wide,
They rolled in with the tide,

People came from far and wide.
They rolled in with the tide.
They came for the Harbour Lights Reunion.

People came from far and wide.
They rolled in with the tide.
They came for the Harbour Lights Reunion.
With so many like minds, it was a great communion.

People came from far and wide.
They rolled in with the tide.
They came for the Harbour Lights Reunion.
With so many like minds, it was a great communion.
I hope HL 2007 is a wild ride!!!

On a carge ship headed for Duluth,

On a cargo ship headed for Duluth,
I went in search of the simple truth.

On a cargo ship headed for Duluth,
I went in search of the simple truth.
I knew the answer would be found,

On a cargo ship headed for Duluth,
I went in search of the simple truth.
I knew the answer would be found,
Even if we had to turn around.

On a cargo ship headed for Duluth,
I went in search of the simple truth.
I knew the answer would be found,
Even if we had to turn around.
How could so many have selected this man in 2004 when they visited the voting booth?

Reminds me of:

There was an old man named Fred.
Whose verses could never be read.
When I asked him "Why?"
He'd always reply:
"Oh, I don't know, I guess it's because I try to put too many words into the last line!"

There was an old 'wickie' named Ned.

There was an old 'wickie' named Ned.
Who often baked a great loaf of bread,

Here's how I would have ended the last limerick:

On a cargo ship headed for Duluth,
I went in search of the simple truth.
I knew the answer would be found,
Even if we had to turn around.
Now where is that fountain of youth?

And to continue the lastest:

There was an old 'wickie' named Ned.
Who often baked a great loaf of bread,
Added three bags of nuts,

There was an old 'wickie' named Ned.
Who often baked a great loaf of bread,
Added 3 bags of nuts,
A pound of butter into the mixture he cuts.

There was an old 'wickie' named Ned.
Who often baked a great loaf of bread,
Added 3 bags of nuts,
A pound of butter into the mixture he cuts.
Baked it and then went to bed.


And now for something completely differnt

The webmaster added new smilies

The Webmaster added new smilies,
So more time the members could while.

The Webmaster added new smilies,
So more time the members could while.

Many used them in there posts,

The Webmaster added new smilies,
So more time the members could while.
Many used them in there posts,
The little lemon-like ghosts,

The webmaster added new smiles.
So more time the members could while.
Many used them in their posts.
The little known lemon-like ghosts.
When they drive us crazy, we'll put them away in a file!

Once upon a time there was a lightkeeper named MO.

Once upon a time there was a lightkeeper named MO.
When duty called he was ready to go.

Once upon a time there was a lightkeeper named MO.
When duty called he was readt to go.
Along with his assistant named Jesse,

Once upon a time there was a lightkeeper named MO.
When duty called he was ready to go.
Along with his assistant named Jesse,
They took care of things when they got too messy,

Once upon a time there was a lightkeeper named MO.
When duty called he was ready to go.
Along with his assistant named Jesse,
They took care of things when they got too messy,
and made sure their lighthouse looked "just so"!


The last lens that lit up the tower

The last lens that lit up the tower
Was one million candle power.

The last lens that lit up the tower
Was one million candle power.
Sparkling prisms fanned the light many feet

~Judy

The last lens that lit up the tower
Was one million candle power.
Sparkling prisms fanned the light many feet
And it sure through off some heat,

The last lens that lit up the tower
Was one million candle power.
Sparkling prisms fanned the light many feet
And it sure through off some heat,
Causing the unrefrigerated milk to turn sour!

I don't know but I've been told,

I don't know but I've been told,
Some very important lighthouses are on a shoal,

I don't know but I've been told,
Some very important lighthouses are on a shoal,
Alone they stand on their sturdy iron legs.

I don't know but I've been told,
Some very important lighthouses are on a shoal,
Alone they stand on their sturdy iron legs.
Surviving icey storms and floating kegs

~Judy

I don't know but I've been told,
Some very important lighthouses are on a shoal.
Alon they stand on sturdy iron legs.
Surviving icy storms and floating kegs.
I hope they don't disapear into the big, black hole.

I would to visit every lighthouse in the world.

I would like to visit every lighthouse in the world.
I would carry a huge banner that could be unfurled.

I would like to visit every lighthouse in the world.
I would carry a huge banner that could be unfurled.
I would shake hands with every keeper,

I would like to visit every lighthouse in the world.
I would carry a huge banner that could be unfurled.
I would shake hands with every keeper,
If he wasn't there I'd page his beeper.

I would like to visit every lighthouse in the world.
I would carry a huge banner that could be unfurled.
I would shake hands with every keeper,
If he wasn't there I'd page his beeper.
With camera in hand, I'd never ever get bored!

~Judy

On a trip to the Cape with folks from NELL,

~Judy

On a trip to the Cape with folks from NELL,
We suddenly heard a foghorn bell,

On a trip to the Cape with folks from NELL,
We suddenly heard a foghorn bell,
There it was, to my surprise,

On a trip to the Cape with folks from NELL,
We suddenly heard a foghorn bell,
There it was, to my surprise,
Right in front of my eyes,

On a trip to the Cape with folks from NELL,
We suddenly heard a foghorn bell,
There it was, to my surprise,
Right in front of my eyes,
Pretty Nobska lighthouse pearched on a hill

~Judy

There is an old lightship at New Bedford's dock

~Judy

There is an old lightship at New Bedford's dock
It started to sink, like a big old rock.

There is an old lightship at New Bedford's dock
It started to sink, like a big old rock.
Some people from ALF decided to do some repairs,

There is an old lightship at New Bedford's dock
It started to sink, like a big old rock.
Some people from ALF decided to do some repairs,
But it belonged to the city so ALF didn't dare.

~Judy

Oops, guess I can't add that line ("rule: one line per person per day")...but it was hard to resist.

Judy

It is isn't it! Especially when you come up with a good one and then realize you did one already!!!! :rolleyes:

Don't mean to be picky, but I thought a Limeric
was five lines where line 1, 2, and 5 rhyme.
And 3 & 4 were a rhymed couple.
Some of the above Limerics do not comply with this.
HCS

You are SO Right Hilary!

I thought the rules got modified a bit.

Only one line per Limerick per day. Once a new Limerick starts, your open to post again.

That happened with the new rule that whoever finishes a Limerick, gets to start a new one.

I don't mean to be picky either. After all, this is just a game, but...
I don't see one that doesn't comply with those rules with the exception of the very first one on page 1 of the thread.

Now, they don't all make good sense, but that is also the nature of a limerick.

Maybe you mean that some of the posted lines don't adhere to a strict meter?

Judy

Hilary, I've noticed this too.

Time to resume the last Limerick:

There is an old lightship at New Bedford's dock
It started to sink, like a big old rock.
Some people from ALF decided it needed repair,
But it belonged to the city so ALF didn't dare.

Judy,
Example:
On a trip to the Cape with folks from NELL,
We suddenly heard a foghorn bell,
There it was, to my surprise,
Right in front of my eyes,
Pretty Nobska lighthouse pearched on a hill

Sorry but HILL does NOT rhyme with BELL.

HCS

There is an old lightship at New Bedford's dock
It started to sink, like a big old rock.
Some people from ALF decided it needed repair,
But it belonged to the city so ALF didn't dare,
So the folks from NELL will invest some stock !!!

Ever heard the story of the lighthouse ghost,

Ever heard the story of the lighthouse ghost,
He's the keeper who refuses to leave his post.

Ever heard the story of the lighthouse ghost?
He's the keeper who refuses to leave his post.
Day and might, he climbs the stairs to tend the light.

Ever heard the story of the lighthouse ghost?
He's the keeper who refuses to leave his post.
Day and night, he climbs the stairs to tend the light.
He polished and oiled until it was right,

Ever heard the story of the lighthouse ghost?
He's the keeper who refuses to leave his post.
Day and night, he climbs the stairs to tend the light.
He polished and oiled until it was right,
His legacy has lived from coast to coast.

(alternate last line)

Ever heard the story of the lighthouse ghost?
He's the keeper who refuses to leave his post.
Day and night, he climbs the stairs to tend the light.
He polished and oiled until it was right,
Now is he the one who causes my burnt toast?

I knew a sea Captain named Shotski,

I knew a sea Captain named Shotski,
Who sailed most every ocean and sea,

I knew a sea Captain named Shotski,
Who sailed most every ocean and sea,
One day during a bad storm,

I knew a sea Captain named Shotski,
Who sailed most every ocean and sea,
One day during a bad storm,
That was far beyond the norm,

I knew a sea Captain named Shotski,
Who sailed most every ocean and sea,
One day during a bad storm,
That was far beyond the norm,
His ship sank by Loggerhead Key.

I made my way to Sandy Hook,

I made my way to Sandy Hook,
Used GPS and my map book.

~Judy

I made my way to Sandy Hook.
Used GPS and my map book.
For chasing lighthouses that I need to find.

I made my way to Sandy Hook.
Used GPS and my map book.
For chasing lighthouses that I need to find.

I made my way to Sandy Hook.
Used GPS and my map book.
For chasing lighthouses that I need to find.
To take the photo that's one of a kind.

I made my way to Sandy Hook.
Used GPS and my map book.
For chasing lighthouses that I need to find.
To take the photo that's one of a kind.
I came and composed the photo I took.

Listen to me folks and hear what I say,

Listen to me folks and hear what I say,
The lighthouse tours are coming our way,

Listen to me folks and hear what I say,
The lighthouse tours are coming our way,
Some for those East; and some for the 'Lakers'

Listen to me folks and hear what I say,
The lighthouse tours are coming our way,
Some for those East; and some for the 'Lakers'
We'll keep lighthousing 'til we meet our Makers!

Listen to me folks and hear what I say,
The lighthouse tours are coming our way,
Some for those East; and some for the 'Lakers'
We'll keep lighthousing 'til we meet our Makers!
Now I just can't wait till the end of May.

What a game that was last night,

What a game that was last night,
Both teams put up quite a fight!

What a game that was last night,
Both teams put up quite a fight!
I came down to the final score,

What a game that was last night,
Both teams put up quite a fight!
I came down to the final score,
Tie after tie, never a bore!

~Judy

What a game that was last night,
Both teams put up quite a fight!
I came down to the final score,
Tie after tie, never a bore!
Peyton and the Colts finally got it right!

They partied in Indy for most of the night,

They partied in Indy for most of the night,
Wandering home as it became light!

They partied in Indy for most of the night,
Wandering home as it became light!
Now destination Miami was the goal,

They partied in Indy for most of the night,
Wandering home as it became light!
Now destination Miami was the goal,
To play the Bears in a Sunday Super Bowl

~Judy

They partied in Indy for most of the night,
Wandering home as it became light!
Now destination Miami was the goal,
To play the Bears in a Sunday Super Bowl
The Lombardi trophy to the winner of the fight!

Nice finish Bob.

Great finish! Waiting for you to start the next one... Bob?

One of our better group efforts!

Bob's fighting the flu. I sure when he's up to it, he'll start the next one.

We limerick junkie's will have to be patient.

Let's have Judy start the next one while Bob recuperates.

Okay, but let's remember we owe Bob a starter when he feels better. Hope you get over that stuff FAST, Bob!

While on a boat lighthousing in Maine

~Judy

While on a boat lighthousing in Maine,
We had tons of fun despite the rain.

While on a boat lighthousing in Maine
I met an old Jersey friend from Wayne,

Whupps... me too slow !!!

While on a boat lighthousing in Maine,
We had tons of fun despite the rain.
Many lighthouses we did see,

While on a boat lighthousing in Maine,
We had tons of fun despite the rain.
Many lighthouses we did see,
For what we considered a reasonable fee,

While on a boat lighthousing in Maine,
We had tons of fun despite the rain.
Many lighthouses we did see,
For what we considered a reasonable fee,
Now we are off home on the train.

There was a young keeper called Ernie

There was a young keeper called Ernie
Going home for him was a long journey.

There was a young keeper called Ernie
Going home for him was a long journey.
First stop was to see his gal in Nobska,

There was a young keeper called Ernie
Going home for him was a long journey.
First stop was to see his gal in Nobska,
For a brewski and a cha-cha,

There was a young keeper called Ernie
Going home for him was a long journey.
First stop was to see his gal in Nobska,
For a brewski and a cha-cha,
Drank & danced too much and ended up on a gurney.

The captain looked at his pocket watch,

The captain looked at his pocket watch,
Then hiked the flag up another notch.

The captain looked at his pocket watch,
Then hiked the flag up another notch.
His life is at sea

~Judy

The captain looked at his pocket watch,
Then hiked the flag up another notch.
His life is at sea
And is as challenging as can be,

The captain looked at his pocket watch,
Then hiked the flag up another notch.
His life is at sea
And is as challenging as can be,
he decided to have another scotch.


that better? sorry about that .

for all to see, his life at sea.

I've already contributed to this one today, so I can't fix it. Maybe someone who hasn't. If it was me I'd end it with "Scotch"

New day, I guess I do get to fix this one.

The captain looked at his pocket watch,
Then hiked the flag up another notch.
His life is at sea
And is as challenging as can be,
That's why he loves his Drambuie & Scotch.

The forcast was for snow,


(Sorry Tom, just noticed you did fix the fifth line.)

The forecast was for snow,
A strong cold wind began to blow.

The forecast was for snow,
A strong cold wind began to blow.
Old Man Winter had come for a visit,

The forecast was for snow,
A strong cold wind began to blow.
Old Man Winter had come for a visit,
His best time of year, he wouldn't miss it.

~Judy

The forecast was for snow,
A strong cold wind began to blow.
Old Man Winter had come for a visit,
His best time of year, he wouldn't miss it.
Even though it made the traffic slow!

Oh what a night!

Oh what a night!
The stars are so bright,

Oh what a night!
The stars are so bright,
Fair winds and following sea

~Judy

Oh what a night!
The stars are so bright.
Fair winds and following sea.
I wonder where this cruise will take me.

Oh what a night!
The stars are so bright.
Fair winds and following sea.
I wonder where this cruise will take me.
Can't wait to look at some wonderful sight!

Does anyone know what life will bring,

Does anyone know what life will bring,
What's due today, put off 'till spring?

~Judy

Does anyone know what life will bring,
What's due today, put off 'till spring?
Go out and have some fun,

Does anyone know what life will bring?
What's due today put off 'till Spring.
Go out and have some fun.
We're chasing lighthouses, on the run.

Does anyone know what life will bring?
What's due today put off 'till Spring.
Go out and have some fun.
We're chasing lighthouses, on the run.
Finding one makes us want to sing!

The sound of surf through the curtain of fog,

The sound of surf through the curtain of fog,
Above the sound, came the howling of a dog.

The sound of surf through the curtain of fog,
Above the sound, came the howling of a dog.
Was it a dog, or was it a grey wolf,

The sound of surf through the curtain of fog,
Above the sound, came the howling of a dog.
Was it a dog, or was it a grey wolf,
Was it the ghost of the pirate Adolf?


~Judy

The sound of surf through the curtain of fog,
Above the sound, came the howling of a dog.
Was it a dog, or was it a grey wolf,
Was it the ghost of the pirate Adolf?
Or just the waves crashing into a log.

HCS- would you like to start as you finished the last one?

Debbie,
I actually finished the last three.
Bob M. then started the next ones.
So I thought I had become "The Closer"
HCS

Surrounded by flowers in an English Garden,

Surrounded by flowers in an English Garden,
I heard someone say, pardon,

I noticed that you had and thought maybe you'd like to change up and start!

Surrounded by flowers in an English Garden,
I heard someone say, pardon,
In front of me the Keeper's wife stood,

Surrounded by flowers in an English Garden,
I heard someone say, pardon,
In front of me the Keeper's wife stood,
Seeing her there was really good,

Surrounded by flowers in an English Garden,
I heard someone say, pardon,
In front of me the Keeper's wife stood,
Seeing her there was really good,
Last time we met was in Baden, Baden.

Lake Superior, they say, never gives up her dead,

Lake Superior, they say, never gives up her dead,
And that thought lies in Ships Captain's heads,

Lake Superior, they say, never gives up her dead,
And that thought lies in every Ship Captain's head,
The rough sea's sure take their toll,

Lake Superior, they say, never gives up her dead,
And that thought lies in every Ship Captain's head,
The rough seas sure take their toll,
To sail her takes strength and soul.

Lake Superior, they say, never gives up her dead,
And that thought lies in every Ship Captain's head,
The rough seas take their toll,
To sail her takes strength and soul.
Skippers maneuver these waters with skill and dread.

~Judy

This is a tale of the keeper's wife, Lida

~Judy

This is a tale of the keeper's wife, Lida
Who screamed each time she saw a spider!

This is a tale of a keeper's wife, Lida
Who screamed each time she saw a spider!
Her house she kept spotless,

This is a tale of a keeper's wife, Lida
Who screamed each time she saw a spider!
Her house she kept spotless,
Squared away and never a mess,

This is a tale of a keeper's wife, Lida
Who screamed each time she saw a spider!
Her house she kept spotless,
Squared away and never a mess,
But the keeper wished she would be quieter.

I knew a collector from Toledo,

This is the tale of a keeper's wife, Lida.
Who screamed each time she saw a spider.
Her house she kept apotless.
Squared away and never a mess.
And then she relaxed with a big glass of cider.

The night was dark and the waves were high.

Umm!!! We have two finishes for the same limerick and two new ones.

Lady's first, Let's finish Kay's.

The night was dark and the waves were high.
The air was cold and the winds did cry,

The night was dark and the waves were high.
The air was cold and the winds did cry,
As the weary but capable skipper and crew


~Judy

The night was dark and the waves were high.
The air was cold and the winds did cry,
As the weary but capable skipper and crew
Cut through this mess it was nothing new,

The night was dark and the waves were high.
The air was cold and the winds did cry,
As the weary but capable skipper and crew
Cut through this mess it was nothing new,
Then the morning brought a clear sky.

I guess that worked out well. I get to use the one I started yesterday when Kay & I closed the same limerick.

Here's my close for yesterdays:

This is a tale of a keeper's wife, Lida
Who screamed each time she saw a spider!
Her house she kept spotless,
Squared away and never a mess,
But the keeper wished she would be quieter.


And here's the one I tried to start:

I knew a collector from Toledo,

That was very gentlemanly of you, Lighthouse Loon. I saw that yesterday.

I had to laugh at that completed one I started with the first line...

This is a tale of a keeper's wife, Lida
Who screamed each time she saw a spider !
Her house she kept spotless,
Squared away and never a mess,
But the keeper wished she would be quieter .

Definitely some northern accents in play there!

Judy

I knew a collector from Toledo,
Who found in his curio, a mosquito

~Judy

I knew a collector from Toledo,
Who found in his curio, a mosquito
Battle lines drawn when the vacuum turned on,

I knew a collector from Toledo,
Who found in his curio, a mosquito
Battle lines drawn when the vacuum turned on,
"Bring it on!" said the mosquito, who thought it a con.

I knew a collector from Toledo,
Who found in his curio, a mosquito
Battle lines drawn when the vacuum turned on,
"Bring it on!" said the mosquito, who thought it a con.
Mosquitos don't thing quite like we do!

Oh yes and here is the new one:

I'd love to collect the "two digits"

I'd love to collect the "two digits"
To fit in my condo,they would have to be midgits.

I'd love to collect the "two digits"
To fit in my condo,they would have to be midgits.
A "two digit" midgit for each lighthouse I've seen

~Judy

I'd love to collect the "two digits"
To fit in my condo,they would have to be midgits.
A "two digit" midgit for each lighthouse I've seen,
But for me, the LLOM's are not very keen,

I'd love to collect the "two digits"
To fit in my condo,they would have to be midgits.
A "two digit" midgit for each lighthouse I've seen,
But for me, the LLOM's are not very keen,
I wonder if their collected by Bridget?

The sea has many treasure's,

The sea has many treasure's,
Yielding so many pleasures.

~Judy

The sea has many treasure's,
Yielding so many pleasures.
An underwater world to explore,

The sea has many treasure's,
Yielding so many pleasures.
An underwater world to explore,
Sea glass and shells discovered on shore.

~Judy

The sea has many treasure's,
Yielding so many pleasures.
An underwater world to explore,
Sea glass and shells discovered on shore.
But finding a shipwreck will take drastic measures.

The keepers horse got out of the stable,

The keepers horse got out of the stable,
Which started tales and even a fable

~Judy

The keeper's horse got out of the stable.
Which started tales and even a fable.
His name was wildflower, and it was said

The keeper's horse got out of the stable.
Which started tales and even a fable.
His name was Wildfire, and it was said

Sorry. Forget the first one. Made a mistake.

The keeper's horse got out of the stable.
Which started tales and even a fable.
His name was Wildfire, and it was said,
He may run forever or until he was dead

The keeper's horse got out of the stable.
Which started tales and even a fable.
His name was Wildfire, and it was said,
He may run forever or until he was dead
Or as long as he was able!

There's plenty of joy in Indy today,

There's plenty of joy in Indy today,
All the Colts fans are saying hooray,

There's plenty of joy in Indy today,
All the Colt's fans are saying hooray,
Although they got wet,they're happy as heck!

There's plenty of joy in Indy today,
All the Colt's fans are saying hooray,
Although they got wet,they're happy as heck!
The long ride to Miami left them feeling a wreck.

There's plenty of joy in Indy today,
All the Colt's fans are saying hooray,
Although they got wet,they're happy as heck!
The long ride to Miami left them feeling a wreck.
Pleased as punch with the win, tired and wet was okay!

~Judy

The month of February, though short,

~Judy

The month of February, though short,
Our memories of lighthousing does court,

The month of February, though short,
Our memories of lighthousing does court,
No leap day to make it a little longer,

The month of February, though short,
Our memories of lighthousing does court,
No leap day to make it a little longer,
The desire to go on lighthouse tour gets stronger,

The month of February, though short,
Our memories of lighthousing does court,
No leap day to make it a little longer,
The desire to go on lighthouse tour gets stronger,
Maybe we'll see one when our ship pulls into port.

Take a stroll along the shore,

Take a stroll along the shore,
It's certainly never a bore,

Take a stroll along the shore,
It's certainly never a bore,
Toes in the sand, surf at your feet

~Judy

Take a stroll along the shore,
It's certainly never a bore,
Toes in the sand, surf at your feet
Scenarios like this are sure hard to beat

Take a stroll along the shore,
It's certainly never a bore,
Toes in the sand, surf at your feet
Scenarios like this are sure hard to beat
Add a lighthouse, I'll come back once more!

The Keeper, he did begin to fret,

The Keeper, he did begin to fret,
Where this morn was the snowy egret?

~Judy
Snowy Egret of Assateaque

The Keeper, he did begin to fret,
Where this morn was the snowy egret?
Last night brought two feet of snow,

The Keeper, he did begin to fret,
Where this morn was the snowy egret?
Last night brought two feet of snow,
And the feathered creature failed to show

The keeper he did begin to fret,
Where this morn is the snowey egret?
Last night brought two feet of snow,
And the feathered creature failed to show.
No dummy, he, moved to Florida and has no regret!

When it snows up North and it's cold as ice,

When it snows up North and it's cold as ice,
Not a creature stirs, not even the mice.

When it snows up North and it's cold as ice,
Not a creature stirred, not even the mice.
Sitting by the fire keeps us warm,

When it snows up North and it's cold as ice,
Not a creature stirs , not even the mice.
Sitting by the fire keeps us warm,

When it snows up North, and it's cold as ice,
Not a creature stirs, not even the mice.
Sitting by the fire keeps us warm,
Safe inside, we weather the storm.

??? Hey HCS, I didn't change your line I just copied and pasted.

When it snows up North, and it's cold as ice,
Not a creature stirs, not even the mice.
Sitting by the fire keeps us warm,
Safe inside, we weather the storm.
With a hot cup of tea with a little spice.

On a lighthouse tour of SanFran Bay,

On a lighthouse tour of SanFran Bay,
A friendly Keeper showed me the way,

On a lighthouse tour of SanFran Bay,
A friendly Keeper showed me the way,
With camera in hand

~Judy

On a lighthouse tour of SanFran Bay,
A friendly Keeper showed me the way,
With camera in hand
I stood in the sand,

On a lighthouse tour of SanFran Bay,
A friendly Keeper showed me the way,
With camera in hand
I stood in the sand,
As he told the stories of Point Reyes.

~Judy

How many lightbulbs does one Keeper need,

~Judy

How many lightbulbs does one Keeper need,
To keep the beacon flashing a definite good deed,

How many lightbulbs does one Keeper need,
To keep the beacon flashing a definite good deed,
And how many keepers does it take?

How many lightbulbs does one Keeper need,
To keep the beacon flashing a definite good deed,
And how many keepers does it take to change the bulbs?
So many bright questions for the Keepers of these bulbs,

~Judy

Sorry Judy, I went back and edited my last line. There are no words that rhyme with "bulbs".


How many lightbulbs does one Keeper need,
To keep the beacon flashing a definite good deed,
And how many keepers does it take?
To light these beacons for the boats on the lake.

But I like my line. :p You must never have read any "Cat in the Hat".

How many lightbulbs does one Keeper need,
To keep the beacon flashing a definite good deed,
And how many keepers does it take?
To light these beacons for the boats on the lake.
So many light questions for keepers to heed.

~Judy

Starting a new one...

Visiting a lighthouse at both sunrise and sunset,

~Judy

Visiting a lighthouse at both sunrise and sunset,
So all my photography needs will be met.

Visiting a lighthouse at both sunrise and sunset,
So all my photography needs will be met.
Include a few photos from the lantern room,

Visiting a lighthouse at both sunrise and sunset,
So all my photography needs will be met.
Include a few photos from the lantern room,
First a wide angle then the zoom,

Visiting a lighthouse at both sunrise and sunset,
So all my photography needs will be met.
Include a few photos from the lantern room,
First a wide angle then the zoom,
Much better than this it doesn't get!

Excellent, excellent on that last one!
Much better than that one, it just doesn't get!

A lighthouse on an island in the Carribean

A lighthouse on an island in the Carribean
Was the sight of a beautiful scene,

A lighthouse on an island in the Carribean
Was the sight of a beautiful scene,
Who would think that mortar and brick,

A lighthouse on an island in the Carribean
Was the sight of a beautiful scene,
Who would think that mortar and brick,
Along with a simple wick,

A lighthouse on an island in the Carribean
Was the sight of a beautiful scene,
Who would think that mortar and brick,
Along with a simple wick,
Would cause me to visit again and again

~Judy

Lighthousing at Cape Neddick with snow on the ground,

~Judy

Lighthousing at Cape Neddick with snow on the ground,
Sure is nice, but it's hard to get around,

Lighthousing at Cape Neddick with snow on the ground.
Sure is nice, but hard to get around.
The icicles on the trees glisten like diamonds.

Lighthousing at Cape Neddick with snow on the ground.
Sure is nice, but hard to get around.
The icicles on the trees glisten like diamonds.
If they were on Idol, they would get the approval of Simons,

Lighthousing at Cape Neddick with snow on the ground.
Sure is nice, but hard to get around.
The icicles on the trees glisten like diamonds.
If they were on Idol, they would get the approval of Simons,
But most appreciate the view that surrounds.


~Judy

One could never forget that twilight scene,

One could never forget that twilight scene,
As we stared at a moon lit Cape St. George lean,

One could never forget that twilight scene,
As we stared at a moon lit Cape St. George lean,
The skipper steered the boat as close in as he could

~Judy

One could never forget the twilight scene,
As we stared at the moon lit Cape St. George lean,
The skipper steered the boat as close in as he could
Staying the course, as he should.

One could never forget the twilight scene,
As we stared at the moon lit Cape St. George lean,
The skipper steered the boat as close in as he could
Staying the course, as he should.
In the golden years but feeling like a teen!

The sounds of surf now filled the air,

The sounds of surf now filled the air,
I knew that soon we would be there.

The sounds of surf now filled the air,
I knew that soon we would be there.
In the distance, I can see the crash of the waves,

The sounds of surf now filled the air,
I knew that soon we would be there.
In the distance, I can see the crash of the waves,
Against the old lighthouse known for so many saves.

~Judy

The sounds of surf now filled the air,
I knew that soon we would be there.
In the distance, I can see the crash of the waves,
Against the old lighthouse known for so many saves.
It needs restoration if only more people would care.

A Valentine's day storm is blowing across town,

A Valentine's day storm is blowing across town,
Take heart,please, don't let it make you frown!

A Valentine's day storm is blowing across town,
Take heart,please, don't let it make you frown!
Stay inside and keep warm by the fire,

A Valentine's day storm is blowing across town,
Take heart,please, don't let it make you frown!
Stay inside and keep warm by the fire,
Listen to music that calms and inspires

~Judy

A Valentine's day storm is blowing across town,
Take heart,please, don't let it make you frown!
Stay inside and keep warm by the fire,
Listen to music that calms and inspires
Just don't let the weather get you down!

I was tracking throught the snow,

I was tracking through the snow,
Thinking of spring flowers, soon to grow,

I was tracking through the snow,
Thinking of spring flowers, soon to grow,
Thoughts of sand between my toes and salt spray on my face,

~Judy

I was tracking through the snow,
Thinking of spring flowers, soon to grow,
Thoughts of sand between my toes and salt spray on my face,
I can certainly dream of a better time and place,

I was tracking through the snow,
Thinking of spring flowers, soon to grow,
Thoughts of sand between my toes and salt spray on my face,
I can certainly dream of a better time and place,
But for now, I just want a warm cup of joe!

There were signs of spring everywhere,

There were signs of spring everywhere,
As I strolled along the square.

~Judy

There were signs of spring everywhere,
As I strolled along the square.
The birds were singing sweetly,

There were signs of spring everywhere,
As I strolled along the square.
The birds were singing sweetly,
The Crocus is blooming very neatly,

There were signs of spring everywhere,
As I strolled along the square.
The birds were singing sweetly,
The Crocus is blooming very neatly,
Though you have snow, I hoped to share.

~Judy

new one...

What's it like to have two feet of snow?

~Judy

What's it like to have two feet?
It's white, cold and tends to grow,

So we don't end up with sleet (to rhyme with feet) on top of all that stuff, this should read...

What's it like to have two feet of snow ?
It's white, cold and tends to grow,

Judy

What's it like to have two feet of snow ?
It's white, cold and tends to grow,
Makes some parts of the country grind to a halt.

What's it like to have two feet of snow ?
It's white, cold and tends to grow,
Makes some parts of the country grind to a halt.
Unless all the snow plowers use a lot of salt,

What's it like to have two feet of snow ?
It's white, cold and tends to grow,
Makes some parts of the country grind to a halt.
Unless all the snow plowers use a lot of salt,
And it only get worse it the winds start to blow!

I watched a good movie last night,

I watched a good movie last night,
About a lighthouse, to my delight!

~Judy

I watches a good movie last night,
About a lighthouse, to my delight!
Of course it was haunted by a lightkeeper of old.

I watched a good movie last night,
About a lighthouse, to my delight!
Of course it was haunted by a lightkeeper of old.
He was both mischievious and bold,

I watched a good movie last night,
About a lighthouse, to my delight!
Of course it was haunted by a lightkeeper of old.
He was both mischievious and bold,
As he wandered in and out of sight.

~Judy

There was a young surfman, strong and tough,

~Judy

There was a young surfman, strong and tough,
Who loved the seas when they were rough,

There was a young surfman, strong and tough,
Who loved the seas when they were rough,
He loved the waves when they were six feet high,

There was a young surfman, strong and tough,
Who loved the seas when they were rough,
He loved the waves when they were six feet high,
The biggest waves put a twinkle in his eye,

There was a young surfman, strong and tough,
Who loved the seas when they were rough,
He loved the waves when they were six feet high,
The biggest waves put a twinkle in his eye,
But one day they found him washed up on a bluff.

Has anyone started using Vista,

Has anyone started using Vista,
I don't know but maybe my sister.

Has anyone started using Vista,
I don't know but maybe my sister.
How much has it made Windows better?

Has anyone started using Vista,
I don't know but maybe my sister.
How much has it made Windows better?
Only one smiling is the creditor.

~Judy

Has anyone started using Vista,
I don't know but maybe my sister.
How much has it made Windows better?
Only one smiling is the creditor.
Who may be a lady and not a mister.

I once went to a concert in Key West,

I once went to a concert in Key West,
Which put my listening skills to a test.

~Judy

I once went to a concert in Key West,
Which put my listening skills to a test.
I turned my good ear towards the band,

I once went to a concert in Key West,
Which put my listening skills to a test,
I turned my good ear towards the band,
And covered the other one with my hand.

I once went to a concert in Key West,
Which put my listening skills to a test,
I turned my good ear towards the band,
And covered the other one with my hand.
A loud but colorful concert at best!

~Judy

The beautiful lighthouse sat on an island

~Judy

The beautiful lighthouse sat on an island
Perched way up on the highland,

The beautiful lighthouse sat on an island
Perched way up on the highland,
It was easy to recognize,

The beautiful lighthouse sat on an island
Perched way up on the highland,
It was easy to recognize,
We'd never have found it otherwise,

The beautiful lighthouse sat on an island
Perched way upon the highland,
It was easy to recognize,
We'd never have found it otherwise,
Isn't lighthousing grand!

The sun was setting on a tranquil sea,

The sun was setting on a tranquil sea,
We were sitting on deck, enjoying a cup of tea,

The sun was setting on a tranquil sea,
We were sitting on deck, enjoying a cup of tea,
In the morning we set out on our journey,

The sun was setting on a tranquil sea,
We were sitting on deck, enjoying a cup of tea,
In the morning we set out on our journey,
Hope it doesn't turnout like the weekend with Bernie,


( what happened to all the Limerickers? )

Loon, I'm still in, but I like the ones that adhere to the rhythm, and especially like the ones that have a subject somewhat related to lighthouses.

When the rhythm is way off from one line to the next, it is kind of like a chalk screeching across a blackboard for me.

Then, there are also times when the last word makes it impossible to create a rhyme without inventing a word.

It would be nice if we could also get back to following the simple rules posted by the thread originator on page one.

All right...I do need ONE more cup of coffee this morning.

Judy

But anyway...

The sun was setting on a tranquil sea,
We were sitting on deck, enjoying a cup of tea,
In the morning we set out on our journey,
Hope it doesn't turnout like the weekend with Bernie,
We'll just wait and see what is to be.

~Judy

North of San Francisco sits pretty Point Bonita,

~Judy

North of San Francisco sits pretty Point Bonita,
A frequent visitor was a woman named "Rita",

Judy, I totally agree with you. I wanted to, but haven't, fixed a prior line thats out wack. We should add to the rules that a prior line can be fixed without ticking anybody off.

I also think the topic should stay lighthouse related, or at least nautical.

If I've errored, you can let me know.

North of San Francisco sits pretty Point Bonita,
A frequent visitor was a woman named "Rita",
She visits many lighthouse along the west coast,

North of San Francisco sits pretty Point Bonita,
A frequent visitor was a woman named "Rita",
She visits many lighthouse along the west coast,
Although she really loves this one the most!

North of San Francisco sits pretty Point Bonita,
A frequent visitor was a woman named "Rita",
She visits many lighthouse along the west coast,
Although she really loves this one the most!
Toasting the setting sun with a margarita.

The sound of the horn cut through the fog,

The sound of the horn cut through the fog,
The keeper awoke, he was sleeping like a log,

The sound of the horn cut through the fog,
The keeper awoke, he was sleeping like a log,
Always aware and always ready

~Judy

The sound of the horn cut through the fog,
The keeper awoke, he was sleeping like a log,
Always aware and always ready.
Nerves of steel and a hand that's steady

The sound of the horn cut through the fog,
The keeper awoke, he was sleeping like a log,
Always aware and always ready.
Nerves of steel and a hand that's steady
Duty calls, but he must feed his dog!

The captain steered his ship towards Wolf Trap,

The captain steered his ship towards Wolf Trap,
When suddenly the rudder, went snap.

The captain steered his ship towards Wolf Trap,
When suddenly the rudder, went snap.
Quickly he lowered the anchor,

The captain steered his ship towards Wolf Trap,
When suddenly the rudder, went snap.
Quickly he lowered the anchor,
Called for help before it sank her,

~Judy

The captain steered his ship towards Wolf Trap,
When suddenly the rudder, went snap.
Quickly he lowered the anchor,
Called for help before it sank her,
He's only sad because he lost his cap.

The captain steered his ship towards Wolf Trap,
When suddenly the rudder, went snap.
Quickly he lowered the anchor,
Called for help before it sank her,
While he waited, he took a nap.

Spending a week in a lighthouse in Croatia,

Spending a week in a lighthouse in Croatia,
Will give me time to fix the roof and all the fascia.

Spending a week in a lighthouse in Croatia,
Will give me time to fix the roof and all the fascia.
Sv.Petar has never looked better,

~Judy

Spending a week in a lighthouse in Croatia,
Will give me time to fix the roof and all the fascia.
Sv.Petar has never looked better,
And how about their pet Irish Setter

Spending a week in a lighthouse in Croatia,
Will give me time to fix the roof and all the fascia.
Sv.Petar has never looked better,
And how about their pet Irish Setter
He likes it here better than up near the glacier!

I'm yearning to visit lights in Alaska

I'm yearning to visit lights in Alaska
My GPS might work there if I ask her

~Judy

I'm yearning to visit lights in Alaska
My GPS might work there if I ask her,
After all it is the land of the midnight sun,

I'm yearning to visit lights in Alaska
My GPS might work there if I ask her,
After all it is the land of the midnight sun,
Plenty of time to have some fun,

I'm yearning to visit lights in Alaska
My GPS might work there if I ask her,
After all it is the land of the midnight sun,
Plenty of time to have some fun,
Before we head home to Nebraska.

There once was a keeper from Price's Creek,

There once was a keeper from Price's Creek,
With a Southern accent when he would speak.

~Judy

There once was a keeper from Price's Creek,
With a Southern accent when he would speak.
This hard working man would lend a hand,

There once was a keeper from Price's Creek,
With a Southern accent when he would speak.
This hard working man would lend a hand,
To make sure the lighthouse will stand,

There once was a keeper from Price's Creek,
With a Southern accent when he would speak.
This hard working man would lend a hand,
To make sure the lighthouse will stand,
For all to come and take a peek!

The beckoning beacon cut through the dark,

The beckoning beacon cut through the dark,
As the skipper steered closer to his mark.

~Judy

The beckoning beacon cut through the dark,
As the skipper steered closer to his mark.
He was so thankful for the light,

The beckoning beacon cut through the dark,
As the skipper steered closer to his mark.
He was so thankful for the light,
That guided him into Menemsha Bight,


(Clarification: Menemsha Bight is the area on the Vineyard Sound side of Gayhead Light.)

Bob, Nice line for the limerick, but ya broke the rules.

You can't add more then one line to the same limerick in he same day.

With only a few of us participating, I figured I'd keep things going.

Secret Saint rule Chap 63, sect 4: "If things are slow, Saints may do whatever is necessary to enhance the interest in a thread, as long as there's no prize or money exchanged by the participants."

No blood, no foul! Rules may be broken when no one suffers adversely.

Bob

Bob, You win the grand prize!!! I'll be so GRAND to say I don't care if you break the rules.

Why??? Because your right, there ain't many of us left still playing. It's down to Judy, Hilary, you, and me.

We should just change it to whoever wants to post as long as they don't post back to back lines.

The beckoning beacon cut through the dark,
As the skipper steered closer to his mark.
He was so thankful for the light,
That guided him into Menemsha Bight,
As long as it's not the one with the BARK.


I figure if Bob can break the rules, so can I. After all he's a Saint.

Bob, when I read your Secret Saint rule (works for me ) and see your adorable dog photo at the same time, it just makes me giggle.

Debbie should be added to that list too, Loon. She'll be back.

Judy

That's great!!! Since she hadn't posted in a few days, I thought stopped contributing.

On to the new limerick:


The waves crashed over Tillamook Rock,

The waves crashed over Tillamook Rock,
Just then the Keeper thought he heard a knock

The waves crashed over Tillamook Rock,
Just then the Keeper thought he heard a knock
An unnerving sound so unexpected

~Judy

The waves crashed over Tillamook Rock,
Just then the Keeper thought he heard a knock
An unnerving sound so unexpected
He made sure he checked it,

The waves crashed over Tillamook Rock,
Just then the Keeper thought he heard a knock
An unnerving sound so unexpected
He made sure he checked it,
And prepared for whatever the shock

~Judy

How far would we travel to see a light?

~Judy

How far would we travel to see a light?
Would you travel all day and all night?

How far would we travel to see a light?
Would you travel all day and all night?
Would it be by car, boat or plane,

How far would we travel to see a light?
Would you travel all day and all night?
Would it be by car, boat or plane?
I would go by boat, never by train.

How far would we travel to see a light?
Would you travel all day and all night?
Would it be by car, boat or plane?
I would go by boat, never by train.
For a photo, any way would be alright!

A postcard of a lighthouse is sometimes hard to find,

A postcard of a lighthouse is sometimes hard to find,
If you're searching for that antique one of a kind.

~Judy

A postcard of a lighthouse is sometimes hard to find,
If you're searching for that antique one of a kind.
Sometimes you just have to visit the place,

A postcard of a lighthouse is sometimes hard to find,
If you're searching for that antique one of a kind.
Sometimes you just have to visit the place,
Which will put a smile on your face,

A postcard of a lighthouse is sometimes hard to find,
If you're searching for that antique one of a kind.
Sometimes you just have to visit the place,
Which will put a smile on your face,
As you enjoy a cup of the daily grind!

Fresnel is pronounce "fru-nell",

Fresnel is pronounce "fru-nell",
Those on the CF know this well,

Fresnel is pronounce "fru-nell",
Those on the CF know this well,
But if you hear the "S", don't fret,

~Judy

Fresnel is pronounce "fru-nell",
Those on the CF know this well,
But if you hear the "S", don't fret,
It'll be from a newbie you can bet,

Fresnel is pronounce "fru-nell",
Those on the CF know this well,
But if you hear the "S", don't fret,
It'll be from a newbie you can bet,
Not something on which we should dwell!

The stairway to heaven must be in a lighthouse,

The stairway to heaven must be in a lighthouse,
We'll make the climb someday and leave behind our spouse,

The stairway to heaven must be in a lighthouse,
We'll make the climb someday and leave behind our spouse,
But don't dwell on the sad times but live for today,

The stairway to heaven must be in a lighthouse,
We'll make the climb someday and leave behind our spouse,
But don't dwell on the sad times but live for today,
Just know we will all be together someday,

The stairway to heaven must be in a lighthouse,
We'll make the climb someday and leave behind our spouse,
But don't dwell on the sad times but live for today,
Just know we will all be together someday,
You know when you go, you'll be as quiet as a mouse!

Standing in the lantern room counting stars

Standing in the lantern room counting stars,
Looking for the island in the distance so far,

Standing in the lantern room counting stars,
Looking for the island in the distance so far,
Now what is that moving light,

Standing in the lantern room counting stars,
Looking for an island in the distance so far,
Now what is that moving light,
Must be a ghost ship, the light is so bright.

Standing in the lantern room counting stars,
Looking for an island in the distance so far,
Now what is that moving light,
Must be a ghost ship, the light is so bright.
Not really that's the causeway and it's only a car.

The time has come for all to see,

The time has come for all to see,
The beautiful beacon shining out to me.

The time has come for all to see,
The beautiful beacon shining out to me.
Majestic, it stands on the sandy shore.

The time has come for all to see,
The beautiful beacon shining out to me.
Majestic, it stands on the sandy shore.
So glad it was included in the lighthouse tour,

The time has come for all to see,
The beautiful beacon shining out to me.
Majestic, it stands on the sandy shore.
So glad it was included in the lighthouse tour,
Best of all the view is free!

The keeper is polishing the lighthouse brass,

The keeper is polishing the lighthouse brass,
Just one of his many routine daily tasks.

~Judy

The keeper is polishing the lighthouse brass,
Just one of his many routine daily tasks.
Then he'll sweep and mop the floor,

The keeper is polishing the lighthouse brass,
Just one of his many routine daily tasks.
Then he'll sweep and mop the floor,
And touch up some spots on the lantern room door

The Keeper is polishing the lighthouse brass,
Just one of his many routine daily tasks.
Then he'll sweep and mop the floor,
And touch up some spots on the lantern room door,
Descending the stairs he goes to cut the grass.

Each brick was laid with blood and sweat,

The bricks were laid with blood and sweat.
As the lighthouse rose,and all challanges met,


Is habit-forming, or what?

The bricks were laid with blood and sweat.
As the lighthouse rose,and all challenges met,
The historic light would live again,

The bricks were laid with blood and sweat.
As the lighthouse rose,and all challenges met,
The historic light would live again,
Now that it's on the mend,

The bricks were laid with blood and sweat.
As the lighthouse rose,and all challenges met,
The historic light would live again,
Now that it's on the mend,
Open up your wallet and help pay off the debt!

The visibility was fading faster than thought,

The visibility was fading faster than thought,
Compass and GPS on board as he had been taught.

~Judy

The visibility was fading faster than thought,
Compass and GPS on board as he had been taught.
The seas were getting higher as the fog was rolling in,

The visibility was fading faster than thought,
Compass and GPS on board as he had been taught.
The seas were getting higher as the fog was rolling in,
The winds were really blowing, they were starting to spin,

The visibility was fading faster than thought,
Compass and EPG on board as he had been taught.
The seas were getting higher as the fog came rolling in.
The waves were crashing on the deck: the thunder
louder than sin.

The visibility was fading faster than thought,
Compass and GPS on board as he had been taught.
The seas were getting higher as the fog came rolling in.
The waves were crashing on the deck: the thunder
louder than sin.
When at last, he saw the flash of the lighthouse he sought.

~Judy

Oops, I can't do the last line, 'cause I've already posted in this one.

So, someone else, please.

Judy

Back tracking a bit. Seems we had two line 4's and Judy posted twice. Kay can post because her line #4 came in late.


The visibility was fading faster than thought,
Compass and GPS on board as he had been taught.
The seas were getting higher as the fog was rolling in,
The winds were really blowing, they were starting to spin,

The visibility was fading faster than thought,
Compass and GPS on board as he had been taught.
The seas were getting higher as the fog was rolling in,
The winds were really blowing, they were starting to spin,
When at last, he saw the flash of the lighthouse he sought.

Judy

The captain, relieved to hear the distant fog horn,

~Judy

The captain, relieved to hear the distant fog horn,
As he returned to the port where he was born

The captain, relieved to hear the distant fog horn,
As he returned to the port where he was born
He always enjoyed returning to this harbour,

The captain, relieved to hear the distant fog horn,
As he returned to the port where he was born.
He always enjoyed returning to this harbour.
For he knew he would be met by his new blonde neighbor.

The captain, relieved to hear the distant fog horn,
As he returned to the port where he was born.
He always enjoyed returning to this harbour.
For he knew he would be met by his new blonde neighbor.
But he must leave by Monday morn.

The captain was told to walk the plank,

The captain was told to walk the plank,
No, he said, and take that to the bank!

~Judy

The Captain was told to walk the plank,
No, he said, take that to the bank1
The pirates were angry and wanted his ship.

The Captain was told to walk the plank,
No, he said, take that to the bank,
The pirates were angry and wanted his ship.
And from the Captain they weren't ready to take any lip!

The Captain was told to walk the plank,
No, he said, take that to the bank,
The pirates were angry and wanted his ship.
And from the Captain they weren't ready to take any lip!
So down went the Captain as if the ship sank.

Bob, nice finish.

Before another one is started, I'm correcting line two that got changed along the way...kind of like the old game "Secrets" where you whisper something and each person passes what they heard down the line. By the time it gets to the end, it has no resemblance to the starting line.


Judy

Who will buy the Barking Rocks piece,

Who will buy the Barking Rocks piece,
Not me, nor my wife, nor my dogs, nor my niece

Who will buy the Barking Rocks piece,
Not me, nor my wife, nor my dogs, nor my niece
Must be a market somewhere,

Who will buy the Barking Rocks piece,
Not me, nor my wife, nor my dogs, nor my niece
Must be a market somewhere,
But not from anyone who posts here,

Who will buy the "Barking Dogs" piece?
Not me, nor my wife,not my dogs,nor my niece.
Must be a market somewhere.
But not from anyone who posts here.
"Barking Dogs" go to the pound and the end is near.

The "Sandcastle Lighthouse" sits on the beach,

The "Sandcastle Lighthouse" sits on the beach,
With public access it's within everyone's reach,

Sorry, first I got to fix the last one. Line 5 must rhyme with lines 1 & 2.


Who will buy the Barking Rocks piece,
Not me, nor my wife, nor my dogs, nor my niece
Must be a market somewhere,
But not from anyone who posts here,
And the talk of anymore will cease.

The "Sandcastle Lighthouse" sits on the beach,
With public access it's within everyone's reach,
It's only enemy is a wave,

The "Sandcastle Lighthouse" sits on the beach,
With public access it's within everyone's reach,
It's only enemy is a wave,
The tide is rising can it be saved?

The "Sandcastle Lighthouse" sits on the beach,
With public access it's within everyone's reach,
It's only enemy is a wave,
The tide is rising can it be saved?
And once its gone will we find the treasure of Edward Teach.