“You know the Model of your Car. You know just what its powers are. You treat it with a deal of care, Nor tax it more than it will bear. But as to self — that's different. Your mechanism may be bent, Your carbureter gone to grass, Your engine just a rusty mass. Your wheels may wobble and your cogs Be handed over to the dogs, And on you skip, and skid, and slide, Without a thought of things inside. What fools indeed we mortals are To lavish care upon a Car, With ne'er a bit of time to see About our own machinery!”
Quote by John Kendrick Bangs
Work
The Cheery Way: A Bit of Verse for Every Day
This book offers a selection of poems that are intended to uplift and provide a touch of joy to readers each day. The verses are crafted to be concise and thought-provoking, making them suitable for daily reflection or as a source of inspiration. more
Author
John Kendrick Bangs
John Kendrick Bangs was an American author born on May 27, 1862, and died on January 21, 1922. He is best known for his children's literature, particularly for creating the character 'Piglet' in the 'Winnie-the-Pooh' series. more
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