In a land of tiaras, where pink ruled the day,
Lived a girl named Iris, in her own unique way.
She wore tutus and crowns with tap shoes that clicked,
And every Friday, pink strawberry ice cream she’d pick.

She loved princesses’ dresses; oh, that was her flair,
And playing house was simply beyond compare.
With her tea set in hand, she’d sip from the cup,
In her imaginary castle, where adventures would erupt.

But the twist in this tale, you’ll surely agree,
Was her love for the creatures that made others flee.
Snakes were her pals, her friends, and her kin,
She’d cuddle with pythons and give boas a spin.

“Beautiful creatures!” she’d loudly declare,
As she twirled a viper in her long, dark hair.
When folks gave her looks, she’d just give a shrug,
For she knew that snakes weren’t really all that smug.

She’d whisper her secrets to reptiles; it’s true,
And they’d listen so close, just like good friends do.
They weren’t misunderstood; in her joyful embrace,
She’d giggle with cobras, and they’d hiss in her face.

With her snake friends, she’d have tea parties too,
Where rattlers and mambas would slurp strawberry brew.
In her wonderful world of whimsy, so wild and so carefree,
The girl who loved snakes was as at home as can be.

“People judge,” she’d declare with a knowing grin,
“But these snakes are unique; let me tell you deep within.
They’re shy and they’re quiet; their beauty is incredibly rare,
And I love them most of all because no one else seems to care.”

So remember sweet Iris, the girl who could see,
That pink, tiaras, and scales could live in harmony.
In a world where uniqueness should never be lost,
She loved what she loved, and for that, she was boss!

Dear Readers,

It’s important to remember that Iris is a make-believe girl, and while her snake friends in this story are a product of imagination, many real-life snakes are indeed poisonous. We should always respect these fascinating creatures and prioritize our safety. Just as the poem suggests, snakes are typically shy and prefer to be left alone. Let’s be mindful of their space and admire them from a distance, ensuring the well-being of both snakes and ourselves.

Thank you for understanding and appreciating the beauty of the natural world.

T. Gabriel

In the land of make-believe, Iris is a girl so sweet,
But remember, in real life, many snakes you might meet.
Some of them are venomous, so it’s wise and fair,
To give them space and leave them be, show them that you care.

For snakes are often shy, they prefer solitude,
Respecting their boundaries is a kind and thoughtful attitude.
So when you see a snake, keep your distance, let them roam,
In harmony with nature, where they call their home.