Ode to Mini Pig


They call them sea-piggies in Germany

In France they're guinee porc

They're the favourite pet, say many

Of His Royal Highness, the Duke of York

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I hid one in my room not long ago

Mini Pig is his name

And though he craps and pisses everywhere

I feel no embarrassment- no shame.

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My pet is near and dear to me

My truest pride and joy

He's the morale-booster in A Company

Who brings a smile to every boy

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But I fear he may have to leave

His time in barracks cut short

I could cry, plead, beg and grieve

But not stall my TAC's report

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It's an offer I can't refuse, you see

However I might try to

Master Chief told me yesterday:

Either the guinea pig goes or I do.