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The following poem was written by me before Britain joined the European Union and possibly reflects the view of most of our citizens both then and today! United States of Europe Another day, another dollar, Funny things we British say. It's the 'Pound' we use in Britain, And it's always been that way. Soon it may change to a ‘Euro’, If we join with nearby lands. Sadly they don't speak our English, Those who offer us their hand. While I like my nearby neighbours, I can't see the reason why We have to share in common money Just to keep our prices high. I would rather change to dollars, Least the language stays the same. We could then still count in English, Just a simple change of name. Tell me where our kinship nestles, With our offspring or our friends. Why this struggle to be partners, Just to follow other's trends. I know that all the souls within us Are not different... not at all! Why not then a world wide money, Would the Bank of England fall? But to choose a bigger Europe When we don’t see eye to eye. Seems to me a little silly, Rather like a firework pie. Now I’ll stop my mindless ramble, Spend my ‘Sterling’ while I may. Not just money, independence Is the price we'll have to pay. Ivor G Davies Please also note the capitalization of each line of poetry which is the way I was taught and is normally evident on most of my earlier poetry. p.s. and we've paid the price!
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