Having recently immersed myself in Arnold Lobel's gentle, funny Frog and Toad stories, I thought a little tribute to the long-suffering Frog was in order. Here it is, to the tune of Blowin' in the Wind.
A Friend Until the End
How much of Toad's foolishness can Frog take
Before he's had it with him?
Yes, and how many dumb inquiries must Toad make
Before Frog knows that he's dim?
Yes, and will they eventually stop being friends?
I'd say the chances are slim.
For Frog is a friend who's loyal to the end.
Yes, Frog is a friend until the end.
How many times will Frog drag Toad from bed
Before he just lets him sleep?
Yes, and how many times will he offer aid
When Toad gets himself in too deep?
Frog made a promise to stand by his friend,
And that is a vow he will keep.
For Frog is a friend who's loyal to the end.
Yes, Frog is a friend until the end.
How did Toad happen to stumble upon
A frog so faithful and true?
If unexpectedly Frog was gone,
I do not know what Toad would do.
I think that all of us could benefit
From such a great buddy, don't you?
For Frog is a friend who's loyal to the end.
Yes, Frog is a friend until the end.
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