She’s gone at the age of 87 After surviving cancer five times Often writing her SCOTUS opinions From her hospital bed Seeing her with her lace collar Over the black SCOTUS uniform, and hearing Her calm voice as she read those scathing opinions Always cheered me She never had a chance to retire But stayed with us as long as she could To help us stave off The forces of darkness But considering her age and poor health Relying on her to save us Was probably not The best strategy |