Christmas Parade
I watched the parade
going up east main street,
with plenty of characters
but it was not complete.
Something was missing
and for me the best part,
and when I realized it
it ripped out my heart.
Where was burt
with his golden fire axe,
and his perfectly creased
polyester striped slacks.
And his jar head expression
gazing straight out ahead,
daring any fool
to jump on and tread.
Marching in syc
with nothing to hide,
a magnificent example
of raw power and pride.
It’s the first time he’s missed
being in the parade,
he kept the dang thing
from becoming a charade.
To see the honor guard
is the only reason I came,
and not gettin’ to see 'em
is a darn dirty shame.
And I have some words
that should not be heard,
for those that replaced him
with that goofy snow bird.
So city leaders
I want y’all to be knowing,
that if burt ain’t there next year
I will not be going.:)
(2014)
