I was afraid of doctors.
They made me turn all red.
They made me itch and get a rash
I scratched until I bled.
One day I found an old book
just lying in my yard.
I knew that I could read it...
I was six and it wasn't hard!
The book was filled with magic
and wondrous, crazy things.
It told about another world
where dogs could be the kings!
I looked at the front cover
to see who wrote this book
to my suprise.....it couldn't be!
I need a second look!
A doctor wrote this story! ?
I guess they're not all bad!
If he could think such silly things
then, surely I'll be glad.
I'll go to see the doctor...
I give you no excuse.
I only hope my doctor is
as fun as Dr. Seuss!
At 30, Mary 'Green Eggs and Ham' still rings in my ears. And yes, at 6 I too wondered what a doctor was doing writing rhymes instead of healing the sick. I also wondered who would pick such a silly and unusual surname for him or herself! Lovely Dr Seuss (who was a woman, no?) and lovely you for creating such a delightful tribute. 9 marks. Warm regards, Gina.
He's the man for kids Mary. His rhymes also have a very good messages in them. Moira and I have spent many hours enjoying his work. Rusty
The only question is, why do kids have to study 'Hamlet' rather than 'Horton'? Hmm, the only thing is..... turns out I STILL prefer 'Horton'. Of course, I've been reading a lot of Dr. Seuss lately. My sister's grandkids can't get enough of him, and he always has an edifying message. I loved this poem. Lovexx, Will
Mary, this is a great story and tribute! I see Gina mentioned 'Green Eggs and Ham' which was written using only 50 different words on a bet between Theodor Seuss Geisel and his publisher. -chuck
How cool! ! Dr. Seuss is the first poet we tend to find! !
Dear Mary This is lovely, my favourite Dr.Suess work is The Grinch, I think that I can really relate to his charactor.Have you seen the film staring Jim Carey Absolute genious Love Duncan
This poem has not been translated into any other language yet.
I would like to translate this poem
Oh wow! I loved Dr Seuss! ! ! Must admit though I don't remember wondering what kind of Doctor he was... which is odd as I normally wonder that kind of thing! Anyway this is a lovely poem, Moyaxxx