The Owl

Wise old Owl, his wisdom is great

His lessons we have come to hate

He teaches us the question that opens our minds

To something we’ve ignored a thousand times

Who? He asks. Was it you?

No dear Owl, it was Sally Sue!

Who? Who? Who ruined your dress?

Dear Owl, my friend Marie made it a mess!

We give the blame to others

So we can escape punishment, or sermons given by mothers

Who dear friend?

Me, Mr. Owl, but I think I’ll mend

Acceptance is the test

Taking it is time you’ll detest