So we adventured to the topmost hill,

And, when the sunset shot the sky with red,

Homeward returned and found you taking still

Deep draughts of peace with pillows 'neath your head.

"His sleep," said one, "has been unduly long."

Another said, "Let's bring and beat the gong."

"Gongs," said a third and gazed with looks intent

At the full sofa, "are not adequate.

There fits some dread, some heavy, punishment

For one who sleeps with such a dreadful weight.