For The Obvious Of Reasons Poem by Lawrence S. Pertillar

'They have renamed an organization you founded.'

I am almost shocked.

'You are not bothered by that? '

Of course not.
They also renamed an entire street,
Where a famed theater company got its start.
Just to erase its history.
And those who first brought it acclaim.

'That's a shame.'

If I had a statue erected,
To attest to the contributions I have made...
My nose would be defaced.

'Why your nose? '

For the obvious of all reasons.
My ancestors are Egyptian.

'That is so funny.
You should be a comedian.'

Why you say that?

'For the obvious of reasons.'