Today’s big new invention–
A tool that’s bound to suit;
My son gave a computer,
I’m learning to compute.
Cramming a whole new language
Is what it takes to be
Efficient with computers.
Real brilliant with the keys.
Some have a brand they swear by,
Their “IBMs” they praise.
But I’ve got what my son has,
A “Mac” for him, outweighs!
Compatible–the key word.
Established in their house
Owners like to brag around
And showoff with their mouse!
So now I’ve launched a mission
To learn computerese.
It’s like atomic fission.
It can’t be known with ease.
But try I will with vigor
So as to reach the “net ,”
And if you see me coming
Forgive me if I sweat!
(November 1997)