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The Story of Shells Poem Postcard with Shells and Blue Background Unposted

The Story of Shells

Shells are the treasures of land and sea,And numerous too, as you'll agree.Did you know that experts now acclaimOne hundred thousand have a name?

You will see all shapes and sizes too,And colors of every shade and hue.You learn their habits and how they breed,How they're self-sufficient to every need.

Each builds his house with greatest pride,And closes the door when he wants to hide.He makes his home larger as he grows,And takes it along wherever he goes.

One wonders whether he gets a thrillAs he decks his house with a fancy frill,Ruffles and bands and polka dots,Stripes and scallops and colored spots.

Their names often have a familiar ringSuch as rice, nutmeg, auger, or angel wing,Cat's paw, bubble, worm, peanut shell,each case the name describes it well.

Remember the shell you used to adoreWhen held to your ear, the ocean would roar?It's a favorite yet, and always will beAs everyone loves "The Song of the Sea."

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