CHILDHOOD LOGIC On a crisp and sunny February morning many years ago My three year old grandaughter very much wanted to know Why a big furry bumblebee was lying dead down on the ground? Her curiosity was very intent on this insect that she had found. We said that the sun had woken the bee because it was so bright But the frost and ice had settled and had frozen the bee overnight. She was most concerned that we take it and bury it in the earth This was duly done by granddad while trying to contain his mirth, I told her I would wrap her up warm and take her on the swings This was to focus her mind off the bee on to pleasanter things. Later while putting on her scarf because it was bitterly cold She was chatting about the day and remembered what she was told, She looked very thoughtful as I pulled her hat upon her head And then she said, "Are all the other bees tucked up warm in bed?" Because if the one that had died today had put on a coat and hat It would be in bed with the others and not finish up like that." I marvelled at her reasoning and how she had pondered all day Over a poor frozen bumblebee that had finished up that way. So if by chance you see a bee fly past dressed up in winter gear Just remember this tale of mine and give a little cheer. Copyright - Maisie Walker 2000 - All rights reserved