Some Camels Have Two Humps And Others One Poem by Lawrence S. Pertillar

Why do some camels have two humps,
And others one?

'That's a good question!
Hmmm...
To get to the other side perhaps? '

The other side of what?

'The other side of where they've been.
To get from point A to B.'

That makes no sense!

'And a camel with one hump,
Makes this journey more cost effective? '

Well,
That depends.

'On what? '

The number of mirages supporting an Oasis,
One uncovers.

'You have a degree from Harvard.
Don't you? '

Yes!
How did you know that?

'Your reasoning...
Though absolutely pointless,
Has much flair.
It fascinates.'

That's quite nice of you to say.
I think you are wise as well.

'Trust me...
Wisdom has nothing to do with it! '

Doesn't that hump business depend,
On whether the camel is Asian or African?

'You've got the degree.
Not me! '

Obtaining a knowledge that is common.
Or pertaining to one's comprehension and sensibility...
Has very little to do with academic learning.

'No...way!
You're kidding? '