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Mentor poems and Original Poems (LLD tables to be done on paper and turned in): What has roots as nobody sees, Is taller than trees, Up, up it goes, And yet never grows? -Mountain

It cannot be seen, cannot be felt, Cannot be heard, cannot be smelt. It lies behind stars and under hills, And empty holes it fills. It comes first and follows after, Ends life, kills laughter. -Dark

A box without hinges, key, or lid, Yet golden treasure inside is hid. -Egg

This thing all things devours Birds, beasts, trees, flowers Gnaws iron, bites steel, Grinds hard stones to meal, <span style="font-family: Times,Times New Roman;">Slays king, ruins town, <span style="font-family: Times,Times New Roman;">And beats the mountain down -Time <span style="font-family: Times,'Times New Roman';">(above are from 'The Hobbit' by JRR Tolkien) <span style="font-family: Times,'Times New Roman';">Based on these:

<span style="font-family: Times,'Times New Roman';">Mythological Creatures by Riley Olson There are creatures known as myth, not proven to exist, But if one day you cross one's path, this information is good to have. Satyrs of the wild land, play reed pipes better than any band. Though half-goat they're brave and true, and no doubt will help you. Though brave and strong you may be, a minotaur will not fear thee. Strong, tough, and very buff, but in the head they lack stuff. A pegasus is a flying horse, who will take you on your desired course. Though mighty as they may be, they're known tobe friendly. Giants are strong lads, they can fight with bare hands. Strong as they may be, they often stay lonely.

Enlighten the World by Riley Olson Life is full of lies and cheats, and people easy to beat. The public eye is dumb, and easy to strum. War is full of destruction, yet can prevent abduction. Technology is great, but creates more ways to hate. Freedom is important, but some remain dormant. Myth is full of creatures, authors are their preachers. Mystery is afoot, yet people are scared to look. Always, disease is spread. and always, a sword cuts off the head. Enlightenment is no hard feat, just think and keep the beat. Fighting takes people's lives, but in the end will stop the knives. Life is no riddle, I carry no fiddle. Night may triumph over light, yet in the morning hope shines bright. People can be dumb, and suck on their thumb. Look for the truth, in every crooked tooth. Enlighten the world, and the truth may be unfurled.

Defense of the Walrus by Riley Olson I learned a lesson long ago, about what people decide to show. What people learn to see, whats visible only to the keenly. World War two had a reason, yet Vietnam was a treason? This is no game, the reason is the same. Freedom for all is what we say, yet in enforcing it, some say nay. Have you watched 'Man of the Year?' it would make much clear. You'll see what people try to hide, and why you shouldn't be on their side. Tom Dobbs would tell the truth, from behind his own special booth. Politicians show only the good, not whats down in the hood. So though a walrus may be fat, he doesn't cover up the facts. The walrus knows what's going on, and is smarter than the public, a ding-dong.

A riddle based on the one with the answer as egg: You eat the inside and throw away the outside. You eat the outside and throw away the inside. What is it? Corn.

'Magic" by B.O.B. I kick it like Adidas, flowin' sticky like adhesive Be cautious, 'cause what I be on'll leave you with amnesia I break all the rules like Evel Knievel It's a spectacular show, 'cause my heart pumps diesel So whatever you saying, it don't entertain my ego I do this everyday, Hocus Pocus is my steelo

Original based on above: Rollin' with Adidas Winnin' like Nike See's me hangin' with reebok she's like, 'Holy Schnikes!' Ridin' in my magic Viper, rollin' in the dough. These tracks turn into gold, and never get old.

'Aint no rest for the Wicked' by Cage the Elephant there ain't no rest for the wicked Money don't grow on trees I got bills to pay, I got mouths to feed There ain't nothin' in this world for free

I know I can't slow down, I can't hold back Though you know I wish I could Oh no, there ain't no rest for the wicked Until we close our eyes for good Based on Aint no rest for the wicked:

Aint no cars for the Homeless I was drivin' down the road when in the middle of of the street, a hobo stuck out his thumb. He said, 'please give me a ride, you could save my hide, or you can drive away with your pride.' I said, 'your sych a nice guy why you do this to yourself?' He looked at me and this is what he said. Oh there aint no cars for the homeless, a walrus could me richer than me. I've got boxes to find, my own mouth to feed there's no easy transportation for free. You know I can't walk there, I can't buy a ride, though you know I wish I could. Oh there aint no cars for the homeless, 'till we close our eyes for good.

Hey Dog by Jacqueline Woodson Hey Dog! That's how you call your boys. Hey Dog. You want to hoop? Then you and your dogs are throwing the ball around and talking about girls and ballplayers and stuff you're gonna have one day A red car some slamming kicks a shearling coat a pocket full of money a pretty girl a satellite dish and cable on and on you and your dogs two college degrees, straight A straight up a phat deal with the Lakers no, the Knicks no, the Nets Nah-the Nets aint nothing What you talking about, dog? The Nets got game. Yeah, a game of checkers!! Game of tag maybe. Game of pin the tail on the donkey! just grinning and talking junk shooting hoops Based on 'Hey Dog':

Hey man. that's what you call your friends. Hey man, let's play football. You and your crew tossing the pigskin, busting moves and talking about last night's game.What ride you're gonna get and where you're gonna live. What kind of cash you're gonna roll in. Talkin about what team's the best, and where you're gonna play. "I'm gonna smash it with the Ravens!" "I'll truck you while I'm on the Cowboys!" "Meanwhile I'll be taking the Browns to the Super Bowl." Busting moves, talking trash, chillin with the guys.

//by Arlo Guthrie// <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: medium; line-height: 24px;">Mooses come walking over the hill <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: medium; line-height: 24px;"> Mooses come walking, they rarely stand still <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: medium; line-height: 24px;"> When mooses come walking they go where they will <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: medium; line-height: 24px;"> When mooses come walking over the hill
 * Mooses Come Walking**

Mooses look into your window at night They look to the left and they look to the right The mooses are smiling, they think it's a zoo And that's why the mooses like looking at you

So, if you see mooses while lying in bed It's best to just stay there pretending you're dead The mooses will leave and you'll get the thrill Of seeing the mooses go over the hill

Based on Mooses Come Walking:

Lizards Come Running

Lizards come running over the pond Lizards come running, they share a strong bond When lizards come running over the pond All the viewers become very fond

Lizards come down your chimney at night They watch you without any fright The lizards are smiling, they think you're a fool And that's why they're covered in drool

So if you see lizards while on the couch It's best to just act like a slouch The lizards will leave and you'll become fond Of seeing the lizards run over the pond.