The opposition wanted the preliminary meeting
To extend into Saturday morning
To block the budget debate on Monday
And toss the country in total disarray
So they pumped the rookie
To climb up the prickly tree
In order to stall the preliminary session
And cause massive confusion
The trainee thought he had de Chairlady hook
When he reminded her he was going by the book
He said he and his colleagues have more to say
But the Chairlady was in no mood to play
So she proceeded to bring the meeting to a close
But the rookie continued to oppose
Saying he and his colleagues were not finished
So she has to entertain their wish
He asked the Chairlady if it's her opinion
To close the preliminary session
A perfect time to measure their wit
And to see who will take the last hit
Calm as the eye of a hurricane
The Chairlady tried to explain
It is her prerogative, as she has that right
Trying her utmost to squash the fight
Poor feller should have known better
Not to weigh iron with a feather
Because her experience and education
Became the weapon for his execution
Then, not a word they utter
The signal for the Chair to close that chapter
An opportunity for the rookie to grow and learn
And know when to speak and wait his turn
Joslyn Morton
