No Buts

Take this Ring, with you
As a sign of my Faith, but...
Mind the hole in the middle.

Take this Pen, with you
As a sign of my Love, but...
When it runs out, don't.

Take this Book, with you
As a sign of my Knowledge, but...
Ignore the pictures, okay?

Take this Watch, with you
As a sign of my Vitality, but...
Remember to change the batteries.

Take this room, with you
As a sign of my sanity, but...
Mind your step on the way down.

Take all these things with you
As a sign of the whole, but...

Don't forget me.