Faux Celebrity

People often talk about 
the heat and torture of hell
I'm currently living in one 
with the only excitement here daily
is the Courthouse Bell

Politics hidden like a stitch
People wearing costumes camouflaged
to look like the rich

Last names worn as a badge of fame
Fake celebrities walking amongst
the poor people
While their banking accounts are the same
Copyright © | Year Posted 2012

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Grisetti Avatar
October 6, 2012 at 10:03 AM
Not just talk, but emulate too often.
Cheesman Avatar
October 5, 2012 at 7:24 PM
this is so true Chris.......'FAKE' capital and bold. You hit the nail on the head. Well done.
Pettit Avatar
September 5, 2012 at 11:51 PM
Another impressive write. Just as good as the last one I read.
Lane Avatar
September 6, 2012 at 11:28 AM
Robert, I really appreciate the words! Thanks..
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