A Lenten Promise

I spend far too much time with this spellbinding gent --
I'm going to give up Russell for Lent.

I'm counting in pixels, I've developed a squint --
I really must give up Russell for Lent.

Outside trees are budding, I breathe in the scent --
No time if I don't give up Russell for Lent.

If I want to make cookies -- chocolate or mint --
I'll have to give up my Russell for Lent.

I'm up after midnight reading messages sent --
(Big Yawn) I need to give up Russell for Lent.

I once had a life, I cry & lament --
No more, until I give up Russell for Lent.

I forget to pay bills, I'm behind in my rent --
I surely must give up Russell for Lent.

I'd miss all the news, which I'd really resent --
But -- It's better to give up Russell for Lent.

I meant what I said, one hundred percent--
I'm definitely giving up Russell for Lent.

What's that you said? new mail from the gent!!!
Well, next year I promise to give up Russell for Lent.

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Murph