A Glutton's Lament

Why did I have that last slice of cake

When I'd already eaten enough?

I'm doubled up now with acute tummy ache

And I'm feeling so horribly rough!

Why, when I'd had much more than my share

Did I wolf down that trifle so quick?

I'd eaten my meal, and the leftovers there.

Now I think that I'm gonna be sick!

Why, oh why, did I have treacle tart

With custard piled on inches high!

My stomach's so full, I can hardly breath

And I'm sure that I'm going to die!!!

Was it only last week that I said I would quit:

I'd give up the binge-ing and diet?

Well, I'm going to start now, to get myself fit!!

Yes,

Next week, I'll certainly try it!!!!

Spring Fever!

The days are getting warmer.

Winter has given way.

Leaf-buds begin to open,

And daffodils, to sway

Birds are preening feathers

And looking for a mate -

Busy building nests again,

New life to accommodate.

The atmosphere is thrilling,

Full of expectation!

Spring infects our jaded hearts

And results in jubilation

Hope is rising on the breeze

Of longer days and sunshine,

Of children playing in the park

And washing, flapping on the line.

I really love this time of year

My second-favourite season

Because, for me, it won't last long!

Soon I'll be snufflin', coughin' and sneezin'!!!

.........Bloomin' hayfever!!!

(In case you were wondering - Autumn's my favourite season!)