Buyer Beware
Diamond earrings and other glittery things
can cause the heart to pop and ping
The latest fads viewed from online ads
Those well advertised, must have coffee crazes
require sweets shiny with various glazes
Designer clothes purchase proven with selfies
begs the viewers' response, " is she wealthy ? "
Shoes, booze--are these really a win--or actually a lose
Do things really cause your heart to sing
All the debt and stress that things can bring
Is it possible all the happiness can be had
from what exists all around
FREE pleasure abound, natures' sweet songs and sounds
Sprouting, flying, running, crawling, budding, blooming
Rainbows, all that grows, some branches may need pruning
Stems and foliage eagerly zooming toward the sun
Or those who think it no fun, survival doomed and done
To burn and bake but rather bask and thrive in shaded shelter
They think it hell on earth to wither, roast and swelter
Freshly mowed grass, seasons here then soon gone
Varied pleasures with each, a necessary change of song
Breathe in unique each, inhale till dizziness ensues
This rest is needed to restore, refresh and renew
Visually scan changes, don't despair with monthly losses
This is where everlasting happiness truly exists
Takes time and age, longing for superficial things will not persist
so---BUYER BEWARE !!
Watch where you plant your thoughts, wants and cares
Though age and time will cure those obsessions and ills
Let nature hasten to heal with its' au natural pills
Copyright © Jeanie Bennett | Year Posted 2017
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