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Back On the Rise


Here is something I can see with my own eyes:
Prices of petrol are back on the rise.
If we go to the pumps to buy gasoline,
we can expect to fork over a little more green.
Demand is going up and supply is headed down.
That's the same situation in almost every town.
I don't own a car, and I don't care.
As a pedestrian, I can go anywhere.

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Gershon Wolf

Date: 3/15/2021 4:38:00 PM

Ha, ha! Good for you! Let the prices rise, eh, Robert?! You can spout Alfred E. Newman mantra -- 'What-me-Worry?! lol. Nicely stated here. ~ gw

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 3/15/2021 3:27:00 PM

Great twist at the end!

Ilene Bauer

Date: 3/15/2021 1:32:00 PM

nicely said, robert! the price of gas doesn't really bother me now because we're doing so much less driving than usual, but i much prefer walking if where i'm heading is in walking distance...

Evelyn Judy Buehler

Date: 3/15/2021 11:45:00 AM

Walking is good for your health, besides. Your fine poem is so well crafted. :)

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 3/15/2021 11:25:00 AM

- I bought petrol yesterday ... omg. the price is sky high ... but we are dependent on the car for the job ... about. 45 minutes to drive one way ... no bus :( - Well written, Robert :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Judy Ball

Date: 3/15/2021 11:22:00 AM

A wise decision my friend. I have found I really do need my truck. "Big Red" as I call him comes in handy and can take me anywhere I need to go. But as you say "his food" costs a pretty penny. A fine write Robert. God Bless, JB PS Please check out my newest post. I think you would do well writing this type of poetry.

L Milton Hankins

Date: 3/15/2021 8:51:00 AM

Good thinking Robert. Footpower beats horsepower any day. I enjoyed reading your poem, but I don't enjoy filling up!

Alexis Y.

Date: 3/15/2021 7:09:00 AM

Hi Robert, It's cheaper to walk or take the bus. I enjoyed the read. Have a great day:-) Alexis

Bridget Williams

Date: 3/15/2021 6:10:00 AM

This poem is very impressive! I love the flow of it! -Bridget :)

Carolyn Devonshire

Date: 3/15/2021 5:38:00 AM

Owning a car can be a real inconvenience if you live in a large city where it's easier to take the bus or subway. Gas prices do seem to be rising -- about 60 cents more per gallon than last year at this time. We'll probably all be driving electric cars in the not-too-distant future. A thought provoking poem, Robert! Best wishes, Carolyn