Some experts may concludeThis scribe's endeavor at witIn prose or poem or bluesProves eccentric and dogmatic, And recklessly candid. The only credential offeredTo even qualify as a writer's factorIs his longevityThereby claiming expertiseIn life, and the pursuit of solvency. Many, many odd yearsThis Allen George has appearedMuttered, puttered, and criedTruth and justice from his eyeThat the equality of all must apply. Therefore, with this admissionThis muse politely makes submissionOf his quips, bits, and fitsAbout personalities, themes, and eventsIn the world that mortals rent.