When Growing was Simple

When growing was simple

I sprouted
Grew forth
Into fourth grade
I was graded

A flathead
With cleats
And a Roman Army

I drew flies and cartoons

Talked into the radiator

No fans

Army won the war
But they blew the game

Until finally
I grew into

Big Difficult

The General of Motors
Airplanes and Radios
Cars and Alcohol

Don't drink and drive

Stay home and eat