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Insider Dealing (Co-Written With James Fraser)

You say you're open to negotiation But you're truly guilty by association Keep on picking the altruistic pocket Startling victims like a pin in a socket A level playing field is what we must play We toil to gain notice, in our working display Endeavours and efforts are all that we aim Credence and rewards, in respectable claim "Unsportsmanlike conduct," calls the referee! But still you don't listen; no surprise to me Cronyism hits hard when bad hands are dealt Have you considered the pain your victims felt? What do we see when we face the screen Do we see angels and demons in their daily scene Or premeditated dealings, a marked disrespect Behind curtains closed an internal elect The games you've been playing have gotten my goat So, pardon me if my comments seem remote I'll forge on without you, not linger for abuse Your "hospitable nature" has just been a ruse The damage is done, the table's been laid Have we opened the door on this masquerade Not for today, but for tomorrow as well For we will have to see, as time will tell Your true friends you count on only one hand The same hand you used to plot a scheme so grand Some folks might tell you to, "Kiss my Keester" But I'll just leave you with, "Hasta la Vista"

Copyright © | Year Posted 2009




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Date: 4/17/2018 6:06:00 PM
Hi Carolyn / James , :) well done this is a great write very enjoyable read ::)));;Niall
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Date: 11/10/2009 5:58:00 PM
Its a racket Carolyn,...stick to payouts in pennies,..they are less likely to come back,....those who hold their hands out are less likely to hold a bucket out ! Great write you guys !! james
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Date: 11/4/2009 8:47:00 AM
Powerful and poignant and the last two lines say it all.. love the play on words and u and James certainly create some masterpieces... terrific write... my compliments... poetic artistry... thankxxx for your comments on God is Everything.. I was in Bible school 3 years ... still have 1 to go but so many things need my attention these day... keep on writing and sharing... Linda-Marie, P.S. Sweetheart..
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Date: 11/3/2009 1:43:00 PM
In a dog eat dog world deep pockets have the biggest teeth. Can't blame them really, they have to control things, it's that sick need that got them to the top in the first place and no amount of insight will ever open their eyes in any meaningful way. the easiest thing for them to do is to claim innocence, it wasn't their fault, it's a dog eat dog world, they're just fending for themselves and their families. Nothing was ever their fault, it was the LIBERAL MEDIA etc etc etc.
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Date: 11/3/2009 1:43:00 PM
unsurprisingly the big white elephant in the room turned out to be a fat white republican:)
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Date: 11/1/2009 1:33:00 PM
Yes, indeed, down with the masquerade and let's be real for once and spread good tidings. Great quatrain, thought provoking and inspiring to read. Thanks for sharing this work in duo and thank you for your comments on my poem, "Hidden". Love and blessings, Caroline.
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Date: 11/1/2009 1:26:00 PM
a fabulously written piece in collaberational talent from you both,only honest people stay honest and take the dealings they are dealt,good or bad,instead of milking the honest for all they can get,great write telling it as it is ,,unfortunately the rich get richer and the poor --poorer,,,,...Blessings to you both..Cecil
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Date: 10/31/2009 9:23:00 AM
Wow! This is another wonderful collaboration, Carolyn and James! I love the power that is in your voices combind. You have penned your feelings so well and clear throughout this write that has a lot of impact. It is always disappointing to find someones intentions are not true especially when you believe them to be a friend! It can cut so deeply. Excellent work, giuys! Love, Robin
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Date: 10/29/2009 10:24:00 AM
Carolyn. Read the Cannon Lee poems by Elaine George. Love , daver
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Date: 10/29/2009 10:20:00 AM
NO, CAROLYN, I DIDN'T SEE THAT VIDIO. WISH I HAD OF. LAINIE
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Date: 10/29/2009 10:05:00 AM
It has been going on since the beginning of time. IT IS ALL ABOUT GREED. Great writing from both of you. Love, Lainie
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Date: 10/28/2009 8:21:00 AM
Ah yes, deception...but this is the way of our society...sports...business...politics...society...all are based on deception. People like Michael Moore are just spinning their wheels. The surest way to be ignored or condemned is to tell the truth. Love, daver
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Date: 10/28/2009 6:52:00 AM
THAT IS AN AWESOME POEM!
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Date: 10/27/2009 5:22:00 PM
And this dealing is still going on. Very well written, Carolyn! And thank you for all your comments...Love, Gert
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Date: 10/26/2009 5:39:00 PM
wow this was really good, it flowed really well, you both did an awesome job! Blessings, ~Michaela~
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Date: 10/26/2009 7:20:00 AM
This poem has some of the best flow i have ever seen...good job you two...Angelita
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Date: 10/25/2009 10:39:00 PM
wow! Carolyn! You guys are amazing together! Your words are effortless it seems and just flow perfectly. :) I'm excited to read more my friend!
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Date: 10/24/2009 10:04:00 AM
i love it! great work! but i found your e playing out in the parking lot. i sure he came from the first line in the last stanza. could you please return him to his rightful position
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Date: 10/24/2009 8:05:00 AM
Outstanding poetry. I have to say you and James make a awesome writing duo! Look forward to reading more collaboration from the two of you. Smile. I'm left wondering who inspired this. I read several different meanings into this, very thought provoking indeed you too. Thanks for sharing. Keep writing and I'll keep reading!! Later, Love Light Truth Patty
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Date: 10/24/2009 4:11:00 AM
Hasta La Vista hasten to the view baby. Interesting thoughts put to pen. Keep writing. Sara
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Date: 10/23/2009 11:41:00 AM
So true here Car and James,Car yes there are only few real friends,'im blessed to have you as one of them"/unfortunately many people play games..but the few true friends we shall cherish..and i love the last paragraph"Kiss my Keester;)Hasta la vista:)you two are a treasure to keep-Charma
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Date: 10/23/2009 7:40:00 AM
Thank you for your welcome comments Carolyn.Have a good weekend.Rgds Brian
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Date: 10/23/2009 2:34:00 AM
Carolyn and James, Your poem is well written. The sentiment of "unsportsmanlike" like conduct and cronyism reminds me of the history of the Early 20th Century political arena. (Is the time frame right?) Either my head is in the sand. (where I like it to be most of the time) or crony-ism in politics has improved due to media exposures. The last lines are full of emotion. I hope the "Hasta la Vista" isn't real! Hurt feelings, forgiveness, apologies, this too shall pass. Love yous, Dane
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Date: 10/23/2009 12:58:00 AM
Carolyn, thank you so much for the opportunity to do another combo write. As we do another, i get more into them each time. I wonder what the next piece will be about, so many topics out there to choose from >> James,xx
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Date: 10/22/2009 7:38:00 PM
This is so true...enjoyed reading...thanks for the nice comments...Marty
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