Evil Banker

*This is my very first poem*
                                          
 The “Evil” Banker

They chose to participate in the game of monopoly…
They now chant “Ohh, poor me, why must this be?”…
The same ones now insist…
“Government…set me free.”

They wished to play with the “evil” bankers…
They now blame their misery on Citi, Chase and other banks…
The same ones now cry…
“Those demons left me eating Ramen and franks.”

They made the very foolish decision…
To purchase Pacific Avenue, Marvin Gardens, or Park Place 
When they should have thought practically, realizing
Connecticut or Baltic Avenue would have filled the space

They hurried to cash out their very own fortress …
They now call the banker “punk”
But never thought twice while buying 
60” HDTVs, 1000 gig ipods and other useless junk

So, to those who chose to battle with the banker, remember…
No one forced you to sign away your glorified trailer
Take responsibility for yourselves and
Stop crying about it three years later

Copyright © | Year Posted 2011



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Date: 1/2/2012 9:39:00 AM
Such intelligence here, you are not wrong. no wonder banker rhymes when we take away the b and replace it with a w. love this you are sure a true poet. Happy New Year. harry
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Date: 7/23/2011 9:14:00 PM
Natalie, congrats on your poem being featured this week,have yourself a wonderful weekend,..p.d.
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Date: 7/17/2011 3:24:00 PM
an awesome slam! people should definitely take responsibility for their own actions and stop blaming someone else, especially the bankers, although they certianly didn't help matters! congratulations on your poem being featured this week!
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Date: 7/17/2011 3:14:00 PM
Congratulations on your featured poem this week Natalie. Love, Carol
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Date: 6/3/2011 2:34:00 PM
Congrats Natalie on your HM in the monopoly contest with this excellent entry luv.. enjoy..
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Date: 6/3/2011 11:48:00 AM
Congratulations on your well deserved win in Judy's "Monopoly" contest Natalie. Love, Carol
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Date: 6/3/2011 11:13:00 AM
Many congrats Natalie on clinching well deserved HM in Judy's contest. Luv & best wishes - Hitendra Mehta
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Date: 6/3/2011 9:05:00 AM
My congratulations on the win in the contest of judy, natalie
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Date: 6/3/2011 8:37:00 AM
Thank you for entering my contest
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Date: 5/31/2011 4:52:00 AM
A warm welcome to PoetrySoup I offer to you Natalie. I wish for you the best in your writing endeavors whatever they may be. May you find inspiration by reading some of the poetry written here by other poets. Read and comment on their's and they will return in kind. May the sun shine on you that you might find great joy in your life. Love and blessing always, Carol
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Date: 5/30/2011 6:27:00 AM
Welcome to Poetry Soup.. so enjoyed reading your amazing creative poetry ... hope u enjoy the site as u continue to share your words with luv..
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