A Slimy, Slithering Worm

A Heroic Couplet by Alexander Fosnaugh

I have always loved the unlovable

Dogs and cats that appeared unsociable

The slimy, slithering, slinky snakes and

Even hairy spiders that leave you quite stunned

They all have their place in life’s great story

But you have taught me, I must stay wary

You wormed and wriggled into my gullet

Down into my soul’s depths you did plummet

I cried feeling you deep within my soul

I, your personal buffet, you left holes

Filled with longing, misery, and despair

For quite a long while, you did ensnare

Your lies like how you were a healing worm

Emptiness a sign I needed your form

Lie after lie I swallowed and slurped down

It is a surprise that I didn’t drown

It wasn’t until I finally realized

You’re a parasite that I idealized

No different than a grotesque, grimy flea

Maybe it’s best that you chose to leave me

I finally know the best use for you

Really, take a guess, you must have a clue

Start worming your way down, far far below

Don’t take your time, wiggling oh so slow

There, at the bottom of a compost bin

Maybe here you can atone for your sin