IF I SHOULD DIE BEFORE I WAKE

DUDLEY C. PYE A.M, J.P.

IF I SHOULD DIE BEFORE I WAKE

If I should die before I wake,
Will someone let me know!
Any special things I need to grab,
Or things I need to know?

Is there a galaxy route map?
Upward through the skies,
I hope Qantas has the contract,
So, I can use my spare FLY BUYS.

Is it first class or economy?
Up through the ozone layer.
What about an upgrade?
Am I a freebie or a payer?

Is someone there to greet me?
I think that's only fair,
I suppose I have to fill out forms,
Perhaps a cosmic questionnaire!

Do you need a Stubbie holder?
Can you get the footy score?
Can you wear your trusty thongs?
If they let you through the door!

I know an old bloke's standing there,
He calls your name out loud,
Then issues you some special shoes,
So you don't fall through the cloud.

I heard the tucker's really good,
With salads quite a few,
The doorman said, “I'm sorry mate!”
“It's the Bar-B-Que for you!”

So! If I should die before I wake,
Will the doorman let me know!
If I'm headed for the roasts and grills,
Then I ain't gonna go!



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