Tuesday, February 2, 2021

The Musings of a Wicked Step-Mother


Such awful bad luck!
Disaster has struck
and ruined my plan.
I could hit someone.

I'd walked by the chapel
and picked a red apple,
the poison I made
without any aid.

I left it on the table
until I was able
to give it to that bitty
who thinks she's so pretty.

Being busy with my plot
I may have forgot
that now is prime
apple-picking time.

Bench, basket or chair,
there are apples everywhere. 
On the table there are nine -
but which one is mine?


Featured: An embroidered
castle where everything is possible.

58 comments:

Crafty in the Med said...

You set the scene so well ! Ha! Ha! Love the verse!! Stepmother didn't calculate that very well! Beautiful embroidery! keep well Amanda x

Maya Kuzman said...

Beautifully captured!

Ellie Foster said...

Well, that serves her right, trying to poison people with apples! I love that fairytale castle!
Best wishes
Ellie

Vee said...

"that bitty who thinks she's so pretty"

my favorite rhyme!

The castle where anything is possible is wonderful. Destined for a pillow? Wall hanging?

Tania Pelletier said...

Haha! Love it!

Tania

Snowbird said...

Brilliant! Loved it all.xxx

mamasmercantile said...

Love the embroidered castle, and such a fun poem.

Kim said...

"Oh, what a tangled web we weave, when first we practice to deceive".....or indeed plan the demise of a "a pretty bitty". =)The funnest of rhymes, Amalia, and as for the castle, why I wouldn't mind hanging out in it myself.

~Lavender Dreamer~ said...

Oh, I love that! I just watched the movie Ever After...I love it and watch it over and over. Hugs!

VeggieMummy said...

Excellent poem and I love the castle embroidery. xx

Lowcarb team member said...

Beautifully done, both the embroidery and words.
Happy February Wishes.

All the best Jan

Lorrie said...

A new twist on an old tale - so much fun! Lovely embroidery.

Louca por porcelana said...

Lovely post!Hugs and blessings.

junie-Jesh said...

That bitty who things she's so pretty - masterful! And the last two lines made me laugh! Love you share your creativity with All Seasons, Amalia, and I always get a kick out of your poems and embroidery/crochet:) Have a fuu week, Jesh

Junkchiccottage said...

Love it and love that the wicked stepmother does not know which apple she poisoned lol! Cute and fun. Have a great week. xoxo

MaryAnne said...

I love that castle! And the poem :)

Lalka Crochetka said...

beautiful embroidery and lovly poem <3

Creations By Cindy said...

Too too cute! Hugs and blessings, Cindy

Kitchen Riffs said...

Really fun -- thanks.

Aritha V. said...

You made my day :)

Carla from The River said...

Oh my, the plot is thickening.. tell us more, who eats the poisoned apple.

Jeanie said...

Both the castle and poem are enchanting!

Rhodesia said...

Just love these words, beautifully written. Keep safe, Diane

Polly said...

Beautiful embroidery Amalia and a lovely clever scene.

Red Rose Alley said...

The embroidered castle is sweet, Amalia, and I love those figurines of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. One of my favorite Disney shows. I watched it with Mia many times, and with my kids growing up. : )

I hope you have good February days, my friend.

~Sheri

Conniecrafter said...

I guess she shouldn't have tried to poison someone, now she could do herself in.
Love your castle, perfect for your snow white and the dwarfs :)

Susan said...

Amalia, you are amazing and creative! I love your spirit. You always bring a smile.

Kathy said...

Loved your poem and your vignette. I would love to find a set of Snow White and dwarves--that has ALL of the dwarves!

Gracie Saylor said...

Your finely stitched castle
and cautionary tale
show without fail
an evil plot
is best forgot!

❤️🤗

Handmade in Israel said...

Love your take on the fairytale! Brilliant! Gorgeous embroidery.

eileeninmd said...

Hello,

Love the embroidered castle and your cute poem!
Take care, have a great day!

Kim said...

Oh so pretty! I'd like to spend some time at that sweet castle. Any vacancies? I'll bring my own lunch! ;) xo

Karen @ Beatrice Euphemie said...

Oh, that wicked Queen! Such a cute poem and embroidery castle and the little figurines are so sweet! Sending hugs xo K

akiko hiramatsu said...

What a lovely picture with your embroidered castle! That story is so funny!! You are talented, Amalia<3

akiko
www.akikohiramatsu.com

The French Hutch said...

A lovely castle indeed! Always love your stories........Happy weekend.

betty-NZ said...

That's such a fun poem and lovely photo. I really like your embroidered castle.

Thank you for being a part of 'My Corner of the World' this week!

Tom said...

...yes, everything is possible.

Dewena said...

Such a hoot! Who knew you could write a tale of such a nefarious woman! I love it.

Annie said...

Love it!

Jo said...

well there is a plot. Love your words as always. Jo x

Liz That Skinny Chick Can Bake said...

I was always Snow White with my dark hair and pale complexion. I got a kick out of your twist on this tale :)

Shiju Sugunan said...

Lovely verses!

Becki said...

Love this, Amalia - the embroidered castle, the poem, Snow White, the seven dwarves. Take care choosing your apple!

Our Hopeful Home said...

Amalia my friend you never cease to amaze me! So talented with the needle and thread PLUS what a wordsmith you are! Adorable castle and the perfect guests:) Thanks for sharing at Vintage Charm. xo Kathleen

Diane said...

The embroidered castle is the prefect setting for your poem.

Hugs diane

Nancy Chan said...

Very nice poem. Lol! I hope the stepmother will eat the poison apple by mistake.

Diana Studer said...

Delightful words and stitches!

Pam said...

Awesome.

Pam Richardson said...

Beautiful embroidery and perfect rhyme, Amalia. You are so talented!

Margie said...

The poisoned apple plot twist made me smile.

Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble Christmas said...

Loved this!! Really entertaining!!
Thanks so much for your visit!!
Hugs
Debbie

Tandy | Lavender and Lime (http://tandysinclair.com) said...

haha, brilliant!

SavoringTime in the Kitchen said...

I love your twist on the plot, Amalia! Such a cute set of Snow White and the 7 Dwarfs and lovely embroidered castle!

baili said...

loved thoroughly this embroidered castle Amalia :)

i am amazed with your magical adventures of imagination :)

Little Wandering Wren said...

Here's to that life where everything is possible!
Wren x

Sallie (FullTime-Life) said...

Snow White will be safe in that magic castle ... and the seven dwarves can go back to work ))).

Ela said...

This is a beautiful reconstruction of a fairy tale scene! You have brilliant ideas and you are very creative!
Greetings

Sherry's Pickings said...

ah so cute and funny. gotta love a poisonous red apple!