In Lake Champlain Vermont
lives an elusive sea monster
named Champ first seen
in 1609 and 299 times
after that reputedly.
Like many cryptids Champ
is a champion at hiding;
Many alleged sightings
But no proof.
Wouldn’t it be amazing
if one day Champ made his
debut and wowed the world
as a throwback to
prehistoric times.
And since no mate
has been seen
Champ must be
centuries old with an
anti-aging formula
as yet unknown.
I’d like it if Champ
came out of the lake
and declared his
authenticity to the world.
But somehow I suspect
from watching many
monster movies
that day would be
a bad day For Champ.
So I can understand him
staying out of the media
glare, being reclusive.
Because I’m reclusive too
and wouldn’t want all that
annoying paparazzi attention.
Bob Boyd