The Poetry of Brian Langley
Knots
When I was a lad I joined the scouts
And learnt of knots and rope
And other skills that through my days
Would help, with life to cope
Those scouting skills that I learned well
(I recall that there were lots)
The one that’s most important is
“Remember all your nots”
Like NOT to drive a car when drunk
And not to be a yob
And NOT to be aggressive and,
Not ever be a slob
And NOT to be uncaring
And NOT to give up hope
These nots are the important ones
For life – not just for rope
© Brian Langley 6 Nov, 2008