I took the time;
I filled my pen;
Found the paper;
Settled. Then ,
Exercised my
Writing flair;
Chose my words
With judgment rare.
Creased it neatly.
Envelope
Addressed and sealed
(Heliotrope).
The care with which
I nursed and dosed it!
Stamped it, and
Forgot to post it.
8-20-49 (Alt.)
by Ray Romine Saturday, August 20, 1949
