Hydrocarbon Cat Poem by Richard Jarboe

I am the Hydrocarbon Cat,
And you are my Copy Cat,
I am on display,
And part of your dismay.

My kerosine made light,
And I pushed back the night,
I extended your pay,
And extended your working day.

My Industrial Revolution,
Rolled over you, my Human Being,
You refine flesh and bone,
I refine gasoline.

Scrutinize me critically,
In your suburban community,
But when it's time to go to work,
Do come crawling back to me.

I'm the Hydrocarbon Cat,
Are you aware of who you are?
Take your time, I've got all day,
I'll see you in your car.