Richey Poems

The Maid Asks For a Raise

The Maid Asks for a Raise

By Elton Camp

Mrs. Richey hired a young, French maid
Highly recommended as good at her trade

After some weeks, Fifi had something to say
“Madam, I must insist on a big raise in pay.”

“I’m sorry, but that is something I won’t do
I can manage my house fine without you.”

“Well, Madam, I will tell you what is true
I am far better at housecleaning than you.”

“Mr. Richey has mentioned the fact to me
And he says I am a better cook, you see.”

“Besides all that, I am much better in bed.”
At that, Mrs. Richey’s face turned very red

“I guess that my husband told you that also.”
To which Fifi responded, “Oh, no, oh no.”

“From one who knows, I have his sworn word
For it is from the young pool boy that I heard.”

Mrs. Richey turned pale and her knees did shake
“All right, Fifi, how much raise will you take?”