The Frogs Desiring a King

The frogs were living so happily
Nothing to trouble them, so worry-free.
But some thought there was something missing
Deciding that they should have a king.

So to the gods they made a petition
"A king to rule us is what we're wishin'"
The gods laughed and threw down a log
Splashing into the swamp and scaring the frogs.

The frogs have never been so frightened
But eventually came out of hidin'
Some of the bravest went up to touch
And found it did not move as much

So they all jumped upon it and started to dance.
Soon at their new king, they didn't glance.
Back to the gods they made another petition
"Give us a real king, a proper rendition"

The gods now angered, decided to get
A king for them they won't regret.
So they sent a big stork down
Who gobbled the frogs up one by one.

'Better no rule than cruel rule'

I selected this one because it's what's happening in my country at the moment. We just had a federal election and at the moment there is a stalemate over who will be the new Prime Minister.So the country can't be sure who they want as the new PM. I guess no one can decide which is the lesser of the two evils. We are the frogs, better to have no rule than one that is not to our benefit.

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