Today–did it count toward my ultimate aim?
The things I have done, will the total amount
To the smallest of credits to put with my name–
Today: did it count?
Because of this day, will my influence mount?
Will my riches increase; am I closer to fame?
Have I learned, perhaps, probing some mystery’s fount?
But I fear I’m an object of censure and shame.
Although there were hurdles I couldn’t surmount,
These twenty-four hours were fun, just the same!
Today–DID it count?
by Ray Romine Tuesday, February 29, 1944
