To the Indoorsman

If bugs and spiders make you cringe  
And snakes make you feel queasy;
If weeds and nettles make you itch
And pollen makes you sneezy;
If fresh air tends to give you hives,
Perhaps your best decision:                    
Close all the windows and the doors,
And turn on television.

If hiking doesn't light your fire,
And you find sunsets boring;
If birding's not your cup of tea, 
And campfires set you snoring;
If the thought of fishing leaves you cold,     
And at earthworms you can't look, 
Then save yourself some time and grief-- 
Stay in and read a book.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2005

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