Happy 100th, Charles Schulz

We grew up with Charlie Brown
Who never grew up at all.
Simple sketches with heads so round,
A world where everyone’s small.

That did not shrink what they said
Nor decrease their adventures.
Philosophy to fill your head
From Linus’ little lectures.

Sportsmanship needs not a win
Only a persistent try.
Confidence comes from within
And even a dog can fly.

Your friends come in many kind,
Though blockhead some may call you.
But when you get in a bind,
It’s all hands to the rescue.

It may not be all you need
To learn how to cope with life.
But to Sparky you pay heed,
And it’ll get you through some strife.