A Tale From Old

this is a tale of which all men should know It began in a time so very long ago. A tale of one man's troubles and woe. A prince fell in love; you may say "SO!" His mother was angry but father was firm Out into the land he must go, to learn. Mother gave him money to hurry his return, father took it back saying his way he must earn. Early next morning to his mothers tears he starts upon his journey with only his fears. Frightened of a world unknown by his peers First try at earning his bread are meet by jeers He wanders through village and town, slowly his spirit sinks to the ground. He can't understand since he is to wear a crown. And can someone explain why everything is BROWN! Then comes the morning to his surprise simple jobs can he get, telling no lies. Soon does he realize its easy to rise Again on his way, beginning to get wise. Finally one evening he enters the gate glad to be home though it is quite late. Rushing to his arms as if she can't wait Is this really the woman he wished as a mate? The moral is plain for us all to see Each person must grow into what they can be. Learning ourselves will cost us no fee. Lean back; and think of this tale while drinking your tea.