School boss nixes “gay”

An elementary school principal in Sydney, Australia told students decided to remove the word “gay” from an old campfire song when sung by his students. After some unexpected reaction, however, he’s reinstated the word. He notes, however, the kids will likely be singing the song less often.


Frantic Semantic

The word was causing giggles;
And here and there a snicker
But the principal’s decision
Has prompted some to bicker.

It once meant, simply, “happy,”
That one was full of cheer.
But now its other meaning
Makes some feel rather queer.

So the principal decided
To use “fun” instead of “gay” –
But after all the uproar,
The latter gets to stay.

 
©  2010  Jim Gordon