Listen to me

for I know best.

Do not argue.

Do not say “but.“

do not answer back.

 

Listen to me,

these are the rules.

You may do this.

You may not do that.

There are no exceptions.

There are no excuses.

 

Listen to me.

There is an objective.

Learn to obey orders

without question.

Absolute obedience

is our goal.

 

Listen to me.

Obedience spends lives.

But obedience wins battles.

The best for the most,

victory for the cause.

Sacrifice is glorious.

Rewards are not sought.

 

Listen to me.

For you are the chosen.

You will grow to lead.

You will be recognized

as leadership potential.

You will carry the load.

You will do your duty.

 

Listen to me.

You will teach the code.

Learn well.

Lead.

 
 

David Garlick, Victoria, April, 1996