It’s quite insane down here, she thought . . .
The round rabbit hole was not the problem
The rabbit hole was the solution,
The problem was the enticing jam tarts,
An eccentric chap in a tall black hat explained.
My, how mad he looked in his black top hat, she thought.
From his waist coat pocket he pulled out a round time piece.
Oh dear, oh dear, the rabbit said as he pocketed his fob watch.
Oh! you mustn’t cry, my dear, said the Knave, with a creepy sneer.
If you play your cards right,
The cat in the corner gave a mischievous grin, for he knew the Knaves sin.
And the Knave went on, You can be my Queen of Hearts . . . if you like.
Oh, fuck off, said Alice.
© Julian Clarke. 2018
LOL.
ReplyDeleteFANTASTIC ending! ;)
Thank you for your comment, glad you enjoyed it
DeleteAlice is a bit less gullible now... love the scenery
ReplyDeleteThanks, Bjorn, for dropping by.
DeleteAh, I loved the title, and the following revamp of Alice's encounter is simply delightful.
ReplyDelete"The round rabbit hole was not the problem/The rabbit hole was the solution": That made me wonder. Very well-penned. :-)
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Thanks Anmol, for dropping by and leaving your thoughts, most appreciated.
DeleteJam tarts and rabbit holes are ALWAYS the solution.
ReplyDeleteall ice is Alice, and rightly so ~
ReplyDeleteBwahahahaha ❤️ Love the closing here! Alice is a force to reckon with 😄
ReplyDeleteHi Sanaa, thank you for you remarks, I'm pleased you found it amusing.
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