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Fiduciary Fiasco

Fallacious finances
In a shell game
Destined only to get or gain
Until human worth lies as
Consumers with stimulated fantasies
In greed drenched dreams
About fortune or fame while
Regarding their way of life in
Yankeedom as the untimate Utopia.

Fictionalized futures foment
In this falsehood worldwide
As others await their turn to a
So-called stimulus
Connecting to their shantytown
Orbit as they dream of destroying Utopia.

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Vince Suzadail Jr.

Date: 2/21/2009 10:31:00 AM

We were better off when we had nothing. Greed, power, corruption and materialistic affluence are hallmarks of a liberalistic society. God Bless. Vince

Carolyn Devonshire

Date: 2/20/2009 3:11:00 PM

Hi Sue, I certainly hope the "so-called stimulus" does not destry Utopia. Your message here rings loud and clear. I express similar concerns in "Hungry and Homeless Americans." The stimulus package may not be perfect, but at least we are making an effort to tackle the problem. Bless you for sharing this poignant verse, Carolyn

Kimmy Holmes

Date: 2/9/2009 7:10:00 PM

fo·ment /fo?'m?nt/ Show Spelled Pronunciation [foh-ment] Show IPA Pronunciation –verb (used with object) 1. to instigate or foster (discord, rebellion, etc.); promote the growth or development of: to foment trouble; to foment discontent. 2. to apply warm water or medicated liquid, ointments, etc., to (the surface of the body). I'm thinking you were referring to number 1. Thank you for knowledge. Kimmy

Michael Jordan

Date: 2/7/2009 11:42:00 AM

Sue excellent write - Stimulus package - no turning back the wrath of God - Our world is crumbling around us a no amount of money can change that - Great write - God Bless, MJ

Sharon Winter

Date: 2/7/2009 6:55:00 AM

Awesome write Sue on a depressing subject. Hard to tell it is acrostic it is so good, also with great alliteration. Love, Shar

Kristin Reynolds

Date: 2/7/2009 3:27:00 AM

Yup, bad money after bad, the great unending black hole...when will they get it - it's not going to work! Were screwed! Love, Kristin