LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY OF ONTARIO
Mr. Jerry J. Ouellette (Oshawa):
'Twas just weeks before Christmas and all through the House,
The members were scurrying for the rise of the House.
And the pages all stood firm in their place,
guarding and watching our ominous mace.
Now the Speaker just stood for a quieting therein,
calling "Order! Order!" as he said with no grin,
"I know all are restless, with shouting and posturing about,
but it's order we'll have or I'll toss you straight out."
Then the members, they seated and they listened with care,
in hopes an agreement soon would be there.
Now the sergeant is seated with sword at his side,
maintaining the order that he does with such pride.
And Hansard, yes, Hansard, and the words that they know,
for who has said what, with the occasional show.
The Clerk being seated and advising the Chair,
reviewing petitions and order questions with care.
Then the House, it did rise, and the members went home,
leaving the Speaker just standing and being alone.
But it's the House, yes, the House, or the chamber you see
that influences generations, many yet to be.
Then the doors, they are closed, and the lights put on dim,
awaiting a time once again, when all shall begin.
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