"RUDE RALPH" WAS ACTUALLY RUDE??


They call him Rude Ralph, the mischief king,

But is he as bad as they often sing?

Sure, he’s got a laugh that’s loud and bold,

But let’s look at the truth, let’s have it told.


Ralph once gave Henry a toad in a box,

“Just a joke!” he said, amid giggles and squawks.

But when Henry was down and feeling blue,

Ralph was the friend who always came through.


They say he’s rude, but he’s really just blunt,

Like a comic book hero on a wild stunt.

When Susan lost her lunch, and tears did stream,

Ralph shared his sandwich, with extra cream.


He’s like a volcano, fiery and loud,

But inside he’s as gentle as a summer cloud.

Like a firework, he may seem too bright,

But he lights up the dark and makes it all right.


Remember the time he yelled, “Boo!” at the fair?

The lady jumped high, almost lost her hair.

But later that day, when she was in need,

Ralph carried her bags, a true friend indeed.


He’s a bit like licorice, strong and tough,

But sweet at the core, if you taste enough.

His jokes might be wild, his pranks may seem mean,

But Ralph’s heart is pure, and his soul is clean.


So here’s to Rude Ralph, misunderstood lad,

He’s not really rude, just a bit mad.

Like a puzzle piece with a funny twist,

He’s the friend you’ll want, not one to be missed.





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