The Fish That Had a Wish

I once had a pet fish
Who made a strong wish
On a star passing by
Up high in the sky.
His wish came true
Then he flew.
Away to a place
Where the people wore fancy lace
Sipping tea by the hour
No reason to cower.
He then flew to a land of tranquility
Of great peace and prosperity
Of martial arts
And calm peaceful hearts
Of great and ancient emperors
Some of great tempers.
The fish got what he wanted
Out of his wish so he panted
“This is getting tiring”
“I think my wish is expiring”
“So instead of visiting Rome,”
“I think I shall go home.”
He then flew to his house
Where all was quiet, even the mouse
He then plopped into his bowl
With his tired old soul
Seen all the sights he had needed to see
But no matter what he has seen he belongs to me.

-By Zachary Mayes
Age 12