FFA

Freewrite on the old cliche, "A horse, a horse, my kingdom for a horse."

I wasn't quite sure how to freewrite on an old adage that I have never heard of. (Don't laugh.) We'll have to delve into the literal meaning of this "well known" quote from Shakespeare.

Who gives up an entire kingdom for a horse? Is this horse famous? Does he have magical powers? Either this horse is especially fantastic or the king willing to give up his kingdom on a whim is an idiot. Did he lose his horse and forget to bring a spare? You can never be too prepared in times such as these when a horse will come in so handy that you're willing to give up everything you possess to get another one. Bring two, dummy, and keep your kingdom. Never underestimate the power of preparedness.

Perhaps the kingdom being referred to here is nothing but a small section of swamp and mudlands, in which case, I'd definately take the horse and not feel sorry for the poor sap who gave me his horse in exchange. Maybe this king isn't an idiot, but a crafty businessman practicing the art of screwed up capitalism. Cunning and crafty are the ways of most successful businessmen. I'd bet this king would win at the game of Monopoly.

Does this king ever get a horse? Perhaps I should have done some research before trying to attempt a freewrite on such a topic. Let's just say he does get his horse. I hope that horse has good teeth, sweet breath and a warm body because the king no longer has a place to stay and this new horse of his has just become his new best friend. Be kind, King, be kind. He's all you've got in this world and he's likely to be far less foolish than you.