Lending Library David King Yes, young sir, your new membership Is a lifetime one.

Now, what Do you wish to take out?

The promise of Happiness? An excellent choice, Though youll find, I fear, That promises are fragile, Fleeting as shadows.

Ah, young sir, youre Back. And your new book? Wider Horizons- an interesting choice; The worlds your oyster- ha ha.

Ah, sir, a pleasure to see you Again. Sweetest Melancholy? Could it be That youre in love?

Your choice today? The Optimist? Greet the unseen with a cheer, As Browning says. Ah, sir, we havent seen you For some time. Outrageous Fortune? Surely theres hope For possibility or surprise.

Your final choice, I think. No Traveller Returns- yes, We may be reasonably sure Of that.