They came a long way
to bring that kid swag.
They pretended not to notice
the livestock
and the funky digs.
Natch, it did finally shake down
to wood, nails, and vinegar,
but still, he blew it off
cos they didn't know what they'd done.
Me neither.
Can't you forgive me?
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