The First Snake of Springtime:

                   #412

              After the Fall

Yesterday Eve saw a snake;

It called to her in passing:

"Don't worry Lass, God's humor is

Original and surpassing.

Two days from now you'll see how right

It was to take that first quick bite

With Adam sure to follow,

Though today it's hard to swallow.

So please don't fret, you ain't dead yet,

For pain is just an empty threat,

Though I'll be on my way today

Before Himself finds more to say,

And takes another body part;

His humor's what sets Him apart!

Adieu, my Sweet, Adieu."