Lenny Won't Walk

Lenny won’t walk

when you put on his lead. 

It’s against his beliefs. 

It conflicts with his creed. 

You can offer him treats. 

You can tempt and cajole. 

He won’t go for an amble,

a jaunt or a stroll. 

Lenny won’t walk 

if you beg and you plea.

He just sits on the pavement

or goes for a wee. 

You can bellow and urge

and beseech and solicit – 

a stubborn refusal 

is always explicit. 

It’s really no use 

if you holler or squawk.

No, it’s best to give up

because Lenny won’t walk.

Joshua Seigal