CRASH RAILS

CRASH RAILS

Roger A. Davis

Do you remember the Calico poems I've spun?
Well, this one is about her and Joe's son
It seems they did name him right
Because in youth, at bumper cars, Crash was quite a sight

At State Fairs where they went and Calico sang
His allowance went to making those vehicles go "bang, bang, bang”
Upon obtaining his license to drive
His skills really came alive

When he started competing in Demolition Derby races
Crash could really put those cars through their paces
Calico and Joe worried for Rails’ safety and health
Yet Crash seemed to drive like his car was stealth

From his winnings he bought a street hot rod
Again, Calico was on her knees praying to God
One night on a pink slip bet
His souped-up nitro car won a Corvette

Crash Rails’ life had a sudden change
A ladies man he became from this exchange
The outcome was soon wedding bliss
Ten months later, a baby girl to kiss

Now Crash travels in a green minivan
And Calico’s in agreement with the Lord's plan
Readers, I know you want to know the baby's handle
Would you believe, Shimmering Candle?