The Lazy Businessman

It was a quiet autumn day,
the Sun was rising in the East,
outdoors the timid morning ray
was peeping thru a veil of mist.

I got up late and cast a glance
at the small table clock and then
it had just dawned on me at once:
«I want to be a businessman! »

Of course, like any other kid,
I was not too much diligent.
My mind was far away, indeed,
from studying any management.

However, I was really good
at money-counting, what is more,
I was quick-witted and, to boot,
wise as a business connoisseur.

Thus promptly, on the second thought,
I had decided in the end
that I should really cast my lot
with learning business management.

Why not? Perhaps, one day, this job
will bring me to the Golden Gates
of wealth and I will reach the Top
of business glory like Bill Gates.

With such a pleasant thought and smile
I turned anew to my left side
to have a doze for a short while
until the noon or early night.

11.04. 2026            Zelenograd