His Way

Please do not mind should he rave and swear,

Or pummel your face, or pull your hair,

     It is only his way.

Don’t mind if he treads on your aching toes,

Or biffs you on the end of your nose;

E’en let him spoil your best suit of clothes,

     It is only his way.

Don’t mind if he snubs you whenever he can,

He’s such a peculiar, original man,

     It is only his way.

If he borrows a five, or maybe a ten

And never can think to pay you again,

Don’t think it is strange or bother him when

     It is only his way.

If he helps himself to your choice supplies

Don’t grumble and show a blank surprise,

     It is only his way.

If he beats you, insults you and knocks you down,

Just smile, don’t trouble him with a frown,

Remember he is a man of renown

     And it’s only his way.

Oct. 12, ‘09