” JOYFUL SONGS “

by Kenny Fedder

I stayed out late, to celebrate, the dawning of a new year.

Ate very little, drank too much, with friends I hold so dear.

Early morning I crawled in bed, to try and get some sleep.

But with my head still pounding, it never got too deep.

And as I searched for silence, I heard a joyful sound.

Two birds were singing cheerfully and so I looked around.

For anything to feed the birds, an early morning treat.

Thinking they’d be quieter, with something they could eat.

So I opened up the window, as one bird flew away.

And spread some crumbs along the sill and seen a sunny day.

But then the bird began to chirp, as I turned to go to bed.

I reached and slammed the window, but missed his tiny head.

Later on the birds returned and ate their little snack.

And me, I’ve since resolved myself; I’ll not be going back.

For using lack of self-control, can be a real disaster.

For joyful songs will usually bring, big smiles and lots of laughter.

Truly there’s a lesson here, that’s ringing in my ear.

Let all the birds sing joyful songs, go easy on the beer.