Orange and Black

     Homework for Poetry Writing during the Bedlam football game.

OK State’s orange and black –

on the field, it’s not hard to track;

cheering on the Cowboys

as the offense destroys

opponents’ defenses with the relentless attack.

Similar-colored schools out there can be a drawback –

say, Oregon State or  Illinois –

but the Pokes can take a lot of flak.

It’s OK State orange and black.

Sure, an Eskimo Joe’s knickknack

makes a great present, as do Garth Brooks soundtracks.

The underdog attitude we employ

heightens the rare victory joy.

The Pokes’ colors are all over the Pontiac; 

It’s OK State orange and black.