Marionettes


Some people I am sure direct themselves,
Choosing a model of human behaviour
On which to base the outline character
To be presented to the world outside.

Yet there are folks who remind me of elves
And their little sharp steps who seem so dear.
Well, no one is born to be an actor
Except maybe to tell tall tales with pride.

Then there are some who catalogue their shelves
Comme l'evidence superbe that they revere
Their yearning to be addressed as doctor
Thinking that this will help choose the right bride.

Inches become feet by counting in twelves.
Feet and meter make the verses linear
Aux satisfaction complete de le procteur
Sans faire les strophes ni moin ni plus grande.

Bevagna, 24 3 2008