Being Bad

I don't cuss or smoke,
And I don't chew "tabakky";
I don't sniff or dip snuff,
Ugh! that stuff is just tacky;
I only drink on occasion,
Like at sundown and such;
I rarely go to casinos
Or play the lottery much;
I've never had to pay child support
Or owed back alimony;
I may go shopping for steak
But usually bring home baloney;
I don't snort or shoot drugs;
Have no rings in my nipples;
Tried to get a tattoo, once,
But couldn't stand all the tickles.

Folks who're loaded with vices
Seem to have all the fun.
Why am I the exception
And not have even one?
I admit it, I'm dull,
And my life's complete boredom.
Sure, I'd have vices, too,
If I could better afford 'em.
The main reason I'm good,
And I won't try to fudge it,
Is because being bad
Is just not in my budget.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2022

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Leffanta Avatar
July 7, 2022 at 6:35 PM
I have always loved Courvoisier, but have never in my life bought a drop for me to drink as it isn't in my budget! Enjoyed! Aloha!
Slaughter Avatar
July 9, 2022 at 10:01 AM
Thanks, Rico. I've never tried that one. My favorite liqueur is Bailey's Irish Cream.
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