Jacques the chef ordered it <br />The livestock removed bit by bit <br />My pond has been drained <br />Nothing now remains <br />He wanted frogs legs for his menu <br />No green creatures are now in situe <br />Most of my pals limbs have been eaten <br />But I've escaped - unbeaten <br />Give me time to recouperate <br />I might even find a new mate <br />I'll be back <br />Just don't tell Jacques!<br /><br />Alan Draper<br /><br />http://www.poemhunter.com/poem/the-frog-is-still-here/