Ciego’s Lament

by Lindabrit

Allow me to introduce myself, Ciego is my name.

When things go wrong around here, I am the man they blame!

All shortcomings on the Barkley ranch, they try to shove my way,

no-one believes my innocence, no matter what I say!

I am the Mexican scapegoat, whether it’s my fault or not,

oh why is it always me, that winds up in a spot?

Admittedly I’m not perfect, when I’m put to the test,

but no-one seems to notice, when I try to do my best.

Mrs Barkley sends me shopping and tells me what to buy,

if I come back with different goods, she pokes me in the eye!

Mr Jarrod gives me a message, he tells me what to say,

and if I get it slightly wrong, he deducts it from my pay!

I saddle Charger for Mr Heath and the girth’s a little loose,

does he smile when I say sorry? No! He showers me with abuse!

Mr Nick sends me for supplies, and I forget to take the list,

when I return with half the order, he’ll remind me with his fist!

I feed Miss Audra’s many pets, her animals I raise,

is she grateful to Ciego, is there ever a word of praise?

No! She’s like all the other Barkleys worth their salt,

they all cry out Ciego? THIS IS ALL YOUR FAULT!

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