A Magic Cube (I.P.)

By luigi_pagano

Sat, 22 Mar 2014
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In 1974 there were many toys
some for girls, others for boys.
Then along came a Magic cube
that wasn’t intended for a rube.
It was clever but it wasn’t magic;
to solve it, I needed twisted logic.
Being a diabolical invention,
it caused a great deal of tension.
I felt that soon I’d have it nailed
but despite many tries I failed.
I was not yet ready for defeat
so I decided to become a cheat
and to get rid of my frustration
I went and bought a publication
that gave me the entire solution.
That was my whole contribution.

© Luigi Pagano 2014

 

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Submitted by Linda Wigzell Cress on

Most amusing Luigi and so true, a 'diabolical invention' indeed.  Drove me mad!

Linda

Submitted by luigi_pagano on

I know the feeling Linda. It was the only game designed to drive one up the wall. I read that it is popular once again. Thanks for the comment.

Luigi

 

 

Submitted by Bee on

Clever poem, Luigi, and great fun. I'll look out for one.

Bee

Submitted by luigi_pagano on

I think I still have it but the cube has long disappeared. I wonder what happened to it. Ah, Bee, my misspent youth!

Luigi

 

Submitted by Silver Spun Sand on

Luigi - that surely is a devil of a solutionsmiley  And come to think of it, I've no idea where the devil mine is,

now. wink

Loved your poem.  Deftly penned, as ever.

Have a lovely Sunday, and I hope you manage to dodge the showers.

Tina xxx

 

Submitted by luigi_pagano on

Showers, what showers? It is nice and sunny here (at the moment). A bit on the chilly side though. I won't let it spoil my Sunday whatever the weather has in store. Now that you know my secret you can spend a tranquil afternoon, dear Tina.

Lots of love, Luigi xxx