Louis Armstrong was said to swear by red beans and rice,
so when the dining hall served it for supper tonight,
I cheerfully ordered a portion.

Supposed to have a happy combination of amino acids
in between the legumes and the grains.
And the nice complex carbohydrates
satisfy the appetite
and prevent, hopefully,
the dreaded Midnight Munchies.

Goodnight, Mr. Armstrong, wherever you are.