Congratulate me well upon
My triumph. It is plain
It may be years and years before
I do as well again.
Laud my small accomplishments
From cradle right to coffin,
For please recall that after all
They do not happen often.
Tell me I am wonderful,
But make it snappy, very,
While I’ve the knack; I’ll soon be back
To being ordinary!
by Ray Romine Monday, January 28, 1952
