Born to be a witness. 
Born to direct feet;  
But thrown he is unto his Class- 
Just so they can eat. 
 
Chew, they, up his marrow,  
And spit, they, out fresh blood. 
Never shall one leave the Class:  
A poet that is good.
Kyle Hamp
http://www.poemhunter.com/poem/a-poet-that-is-good/