A simple man keeps things simple
starts with a letter makes a word
extends a sentence to a paragraph
makes one fly off like a bird
A simple man likes to be at peace
always at ease collective and calm
not letting anyone ruffle him
turning it all to be a healing balm
A simple man is a real economiser
making sure nothing is a waste
so everything is used to the full
adding a flavour to make it taste
A simple man likes not to elaborate
for some people just can't understand
so keeping it simple is always safe
for many heads get stuck in the sand!
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