In Which Ron Earl Phillips Gets Older In Style!

No small ambition comes from our Ron Earl,
A new year starts for all, and now for him
(His birthday is today). All in a whirl
As we recover and confront the whim
To make dumb resolutions, he brings one
That would be a delight to honor: read
A book a week in 2010. Fun --
But also he'll continue with his screed,
His own dear novel, which, judged from his taste
In others' works is something I shall like
And proudly shill when it sees print. No waste
Of time and energy shall I brook. Strike
Now while you have the will, this special day!
Don't let that will and power fade away!