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Dying To Live - Greed

He had one goal, the "American dream" paradigm. Giving his wife and kids everything but his time. Working more and more to reach his perceived level of contentments. He died alone, suffocating neath the weight of his "accomplishments."

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Barbara Barry-Nishanian

Date: 1/31/2023 2:56:00 PM

So sad, so true, and humans never learn. You nailed it again!

FJ Thomas
Date: 2/25/2023 7:08:00 PM

My goodness Barbara I didn't even see this comment. I apologize, thank you so much. Been traveling with the husband for his job, finally back home. I hope everything has been good over there!

Unseeking Seeker

Date: 7/13/2022 8:51:00 PM

Ouroboros Syndrome ~ a global pandemic

FJ Thomas
Date: 7/15/2022 9:06:00 AM

It really is Seeker.

Gershon Wolf

Date: 6/30/2022 7:51:00 PM

Yup! Some dream! Sounds more like an avalanche. Ah, America. Thanks, FJ

FJ Thomas
Date: 6/30/2022 7:56:00 PM

Exactly! Lol thanks Gershon

Line Gauthier

Date: 6/30/2022 2:35:00 PM

Well penned, Flo ~

FJ Thomas
Date: 6/30/2022 4:01:00 PM

Thank you Line :)

Anil Deo

Date: 6/28/2022 1:39:00 AM

Wisdom, if we will hearken ! !(Plus s0 biblical). Shalom shalom

FJ Thomas
Date: 6/28/2022 11:02:00 AM

Thank you Anil.

Kelly Deschler

Date: 6/27/2022 10:52:00 AM

I know a few of those "workaholics" and have never understood that mentality... There are much more important things in life than corporate goals and money... Keep up the great writing, my friend!

FJ Thomas
Date: 6/28/2022 11:02:00 AM

That is so very true Kelly. Thank you :)

Phyllis Babcock

Date: 6/23/2022 7:41:00 PM

This rings so true in many cases. You can work hard and miss as life passes you by. love phyl

FJ Thomas
Date: 6/26/2022 12:10:00 PM

You are so right Phyl. Thank you for visiting :)

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 6/23/2022 8:36:00 AM

A wonderful/true write. Work is everything and then the years are gone. The kids are gone and what do you have??? So sad for many. Have a blessed day writing away...........

FJ Thomas
Date: 6/23/2022 10:26:00 AM

I have to agree Paula. Thank you again.

Bill Baker

Date: 6/23/2022 8:22:00 AM

There's wisdom in your words, Flo. I'm going to follow your poetry, I like the way you think and write. A poet friend in Texas, Bill

FJ Thomas
Date: 6/23/2022 10:26:00 AM

Wow, I really appreciate that Bill. Sending Louisiana love your way :)

Harry Horsman

Date: 6/23/2022 1:39:00 AM

Oh wow, love this, i remember years ago, a very similar aspect, being told, 'a man with blinkers on see nothing but whats in front of him' Today your poem is more relevant than ever.

FJ Thomas
Date: 6/23/2022 10:25:00 AM

Thank you Harry. I remember that saying as well.

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 6/23/2022 12:09:00 AM

Sad but true for the unwise. Well said, Flo

FJ Thomas
Date: 6/23/2022 10:22:00 AM

Hi Andy, thank you. Sorry, I've been gone so long I forget if you ended with a y or i.

Heidi Sands

Date: 6/22/2022 9:14:00 PM

Very sad. Good point because this happens. This poem can reach many. Well done :)

FJ Thomas
Date: 6/23/2022 10:22:00 AM

Thank you Heidi.

Eve Roper

Date: 6/22/2022 8:57:00 PM

Sounds so familiar, My son works 6 days a week , and I do worry about him.

FJ Thomas
Date: 6/23/2022 10:21:00 AM

Wow I would too Eve. Sadly for some they have to work that way just for the necessities.

Sotto Poet

Date: 6/22/2022 6:28:00 PM

Thomas, I find this funny and accurate. You make a good case that sacrificing family for material gain leads to disappointment and misery. Thanks for your comment on my page.

FJ Thomas
Date: 6/22/2022 6:47:00 PM

Thank you Sotto, so many people seem to chose the wrong sacrifice.

Mystic Rose Rose

Date: 6/22/2022 5:55:00 PM

That happens so often in life, we lose sight of what is important , lost in the rubble of every day duties, so nice to read your words F J, hope you've been keeping well, Love and light, Vie

FJ Thomas
Date: 6/22/2022 6:45:00 PM

I'm still kicking Vie, just not as many people ;)

Paul Callus

Date: 6/22/2022 2:54:00 PM

Hi Flo:) You have ably shown that money isn't everything in life, and sacrificing family in return for greed could only lead to ruin and unhappiness. ~ Warm regards dear friend; so pleased to have you back :) // paul

FJ Thomas
Date: 6/22/2022 6:44:00 PM

That was exactly my point! Thanks Paul.