Some see both as little use,
Heaping all sorts of abuse
On the humble flea for making
Misery, and us for taking
Funds they'd rather, in their dreams,
Shower on athletic teams.
Generally, some compunction
Makes folks realize our function,
Somewhat sparing us their wrath:
Other times, we take a bath,
Just as canines must, when they
Have too many fleas in play.
Still, like fleas, which make the dog
Exercise its limbs, we jog
Student minds to cogitation
By the constant irritation
Of our presence. Don't be sore:
Isn't that what schools are for?
Originally published in SUL News Notes, November 18, 1994.
c 1994, 1995 Brian Kunde.