NOT ME
Somebody made a mess,
It was there for all to see.
But when I asked who did it,
Everyone said, “Not Me.”
Somebody ate all the cookies.
Who could that crumb cruncher be?
But when I asked who did it,
Everyone said, “Not Me.”
Somebody broke the lamp,
And despite my earnest plea,
When I asked who did it,
Everyone said, “Not Me.”
Whenever there’s trouble afoot,
“Not Me” gets the blame.
Everyone’s sure he did it,
They’re quick to say his name.
I never seem to see “Not Me.”
I’ve never caught him in the act.
But everyone says he did it,
And that’s a finger pointing fact.
Should I ever catch this culprit,
I’ll give him the 3rd degree.
So far I haven’t had much luck,
It’s hard to catch “Not Me.”
Michael D. Schafer
© February 5, 2018
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It is, in my experience, very true to life, not only children but grown-ups know this stealthy character.
Really good, this is a keeper. When I need a smile, I will re-read this gem.
Thank you Michael.
- Zach
Love ya!
Jane
In cases like that Dad used to punish me, said I was the
most likely, sigh, sometimes he was right. Have a wonderful day,
keep the fun spirit alive, I count on it Michael.
Ron