That tickles! laughed the clownfish
darting here and there
dodging wavy arms
flitting round with care
The anemone kept dancing
arms fluffed up just so
as the clownfish quickly wiggled
letting fresher water flow
The sea friends' bubbly giggles
were heard from somewhere far
and out of ocean darkness
where bigger fishes are
Came a scary shadow
with toothed mouth open wide
Hurry little clownfish!
I'll hide you here inside!
Reaching for his friend
the anemone wrapped him close
tentacles for cover
poised with toxic dose
The shadow paused, eyes narrowed
having second thoughts
about the little clownfish
unable to be caught
And as his shape retreated
the friends sighed with relief
for friends that help each other
are friends you'd like to keep!
