The Many Uses for a Cricket

I read you to my brother,
Laughed at you with my friend—
When I get a Cricket,
Seems the fun will never end!
I dream of meeting people
From the Chattterbox at night.
I dream of winning contests—
Though I do forget to write!
I read you in the bathroom
And while trying to eat soup.
I read you when I’m sick in bed.
When I see you, I whoop!
So happy birthday, Cricket!
You’ve been livin’ for so long.
Well I hope you come many more years
And enjoy your birthday song!