It's such a Bore Being always Poor.

Peace We passed their graves: The dead men there, Winners or losers, Did not care. In the dark They could not see Who had gained The victory.

Never look for a worm in the apple of your eye.

But there are certain very practical things American Negro writers can do. And must do. There's a song that says, "the time ain't long." That song is right. Something has got to change in America-and change soon. We must help that change to come.

Pleasured equally In seeking as in finding, Each detail minding, Old Walt went seeking And finding.

Looks like what drives me crazy Don't have no effect on you-- But I'm gonna keep on at it Till it drives you crazy, too.

I wish the rent Was heaven sent.