From The Archives: Allergies to Chores

Dear Mom, I have some information that is rather grave.

I got it in a very urgent call.

The hospital laboratory said I must be brave,

In order to avoid demise and pall.

The doctor on the line said, “I have never seen a list

Of symptoms and of woes as bad as yours.”

I’ll save you all the details Mom, I’ll tell you just the gist:

He said that I’ve got allergies. To chores.

“No dishes,” he commanded. “And no laundry,” he prescribed.

I’m sure you’ll see that this affliction stinks.

“No vacuuming,” I promised. “And no mops,” I sadly sighed.

“No cleaning up of toilets or of sinks.”

I know the outlook’s dreadful, now whatever shall we do?

I’ll miss the mowing; polishing; the broom.

I ‘spose that’s it for me, Mom. Since I’m feeling extra blue,

You’ll find me watching TV in my room.

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Original Illustration © Robbie Yates 2018

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