Shen the Riverman is content with his lot in life. Maintenance on his boat, the Irene’s Goodnight. Bathing in his river to which he is devoted. Love and all that it implies from his bunkmate, Aitkin, and occasionally a little from his Captain, Cpt. Fitzulmo, as well.

If only he could get rid of this song stuck in his head. It’s very distracting.

A short sequel to “The Baptism is Long but the Song is Everlasting,” including a new poem in the tradition.