Home Again Onsies

The Journey Through Oz" - A Poetic Retelling of Dorothy's Adventure | Part I

the cyclone
a sky torn open—twisting high—
dorothy lifted, house spun, goodbye
A twister spun Dorothy high, no warning, no sign,
Landed her in Oz, where the skies didn’t align.

the council with the munchkins
tiny feet in a land unknown
they called her queen, yet kansas called home
Tiny voices, bright and clear, hailed her queen,
But Dorothy’s heart was set on Kansas, unseen.

how dorothy saved the scarecrow
straw man limp, eyes full of plea,
dorothy’s hand gave him thoughts, set him free
A man of straw hung limp on a pole,
She gave him life, a mind, made him whole.

the road through the forest
darkness thick (no sun, no sound)
they walked where no light could be found
Through trees so thick, where shadows play,
They walked, unsure of light or day.

the rescue of the tin woodman
rusted still, a heartless frame,
with oil, dorothy whispered his name
A heartless man rusted stiff in the wood,
Dorothy's oil can brought him back, as it should.

the cowardly lion
he roared so loud, but inside hid
a heart that fear itself had bid
Roars loud, but a heart that’s torn,
Bravery, he learns, can be reborn.
the journey to the great oz
emerald light so far ahead,
they walked with dreams in every tread
Eyes set on the Emerald City bright,
Hoping for answers, they push through the night.

the deadly poppy field
sleep, sleep, the flowers sing,
but courage woke, and so they cling
Sleepy blooms, red as fire, took their toll,
But they pushed through, hearts made whole.

the queen of the field mice
small hands moved mountains unseen,
mice carried hope through fields so green
Small but mighty, the mice came through,
Helping them cross when they knew not what to do.

the guardian of the gate
green-tinted eyes saw wonder’s glow,
but truth behind was hidden low
Green spectacles to see the glow,
But is Oz the great, or just for show?

the wonderful city of oz
streets of emerald, towers high,
yet behind the shine, there lay a lie
Emerald streets, shining so wide,
Yet secrets beneath the glitter hide.

the search for the wicked witch
fearsome flight through skies of dread,
but evil shrinks where love is led
They searched for evil, through fear and fright,
Facing the dark with courage in sight.

 

The Lyrical Literacy podcast presents a lyrical journey through L. Frank Baum's beloved tale "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz." Through evocative couplets, this episode captures the essence of Dorothy's adventure, from the cyclone that whisks her away to her encounters with the Scarecrow, Tin Woodman, and Cowardly Lion. Each verse paints a vivid picture of this timeless story, highlighting moments of courage, friendship, and the universal desire to find one's way home.

Origin

"The Wonderful Wizard of Oz" was written by L. Frank Baum and first published in 1900. It has since become one of America's most enduring fairy tales, spawning numerous adaptations including the iconic 1939 film. Baum's original story was intended as a modernized fairy tale that embraced American values rather than the sometimes frightening morality lessons of European fairy tales. The book is now in the public domain, allowing for creative reinterpretations like this poetic rendition.

Episode Highlights

• Poetic couplets capturing pivotal moments in Dorothy's journey
• Exploration of the main characters' quests for wisdom, heart, and courage
• The contrast between the glittering Emerald City and the hidden truths it conceals
• Themes of home, belonging, and inner strength throughout the narrative
• The power of unlikely friendships in overcoming obstacles

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