When I was young I thought
I would be like Alexander.
Defeating the armies of Babylon,
Going to the ends of the earth.

Instead, I extend my feeble empire
Over half an office desk,
Praying each day to be freed
From this drudgery.

Sisyphus would envy me.
At least he had pause,
Between his repetitions.
I answer email, again.

What enjoyable punishment, this!
Getting your liver picked at
Is for lesser heroes, I
Have to pick out a reality show for today.

Stay tuned, my friends.