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The King admires his blackbird pie
Sing a song of six pence, a pocket full of rye, four and twenty blackbirds baked in a pie
c. 1910
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Once upon a time in the early 1910s, a regal figure sat before a table, his expression a delightful blend of amusement and satisfaction. The King, dressed in his grand attire, held up a slice of pie towards the camera with a twinkle in his eye. The pie, a true masterpiece, was filled with plump, succulent blackbirds, a delicacy that was once a popular subject of the nursery rhyme "Sing a Song of Sixpence." The rhyme, which dates back to the 18th century, goes as follows: "Sing a song of sixpence, a pocket full of rye, Four and twenty blackbirds baked in a pie, When the pie was opened the birds began to sing." This whimsical verse, which has been passed down through generations, adds an air of mystery and enchantment to this royal moment. The King's pie, a true work of art, was undoubtedly a labor of love. The blackbirds, carefully selected and prepared, were arranged in perfect symmetry within the golden, flaky crust. The aroma of the pie, no doubt rich and savory, wafted through the air, adding to the King's enjoyment of this delightful treat. As the King savored each bite, he couldn't help but let out a chuckle, perhaps thinking of the rhyme and the merriment it brought. This moment, captured in time, is a reminder of the simple pleasures in life and the enduring power of a good story.
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