Not Needed
When people are in dire need,
And cannot afford food to feed
Their children wear ragged clothes
And holes appear in their socks and hose.
How do you explain to kids,
You've lost your job; you are on the skids.
How do you explain that they can't have toys,
Like many other girls and boys.
Cakes and cookies lollies too,
It isn't fair; what did we do?
It is tough indeed
When you're in need.
As other people around you thrive,
And you scrimp and scrape to stay alive.
You've been waiting for that pot of gold,
That's over the rainbow, as it's told.
Sadly you realise there is no pot,
And you will never have a lot
Because some beings are selfish and greedy.
And do not associate with the needy.
Copyright © Shirley Hawkins | Year Posted 2022
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