Prince Or Pauper

Everyone's aware of their place in the world Prince or pauper, rich or poor It's very seldon one class transends to the other Most are locked in forever more 'Tis so very sad but true of our class system We must try but not confuse Much as we'd like to crash through the barrier There are so many factors infused Lotteries are probably the only factor of change That didn't depend on hereditary Not being accustomed to such sudden wealth Losing a fortune we become wary We're all aware of where we stand in the world Prince or pauper, rich or poor

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Date: 11/24/2023 12:40:00 AM
We met a lottery winner couple once on one of our travels many years ago. They looked lost, as if they didnt know how to 'be' themselves. One minute they wanted to be with the 'ordinary' crowd, next with the 'jet setters' Life is strange ? food for thought poem you wrote Jack. j.
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Jack Ellison
Date: 11/24/2023 4:27:00 AM
Being a lottery winner can surely turn one's life upside down! Must be so difficult to deal with! Good morning dear Jackie! xxx
Date: 11/23/2023 6:34:00 PM
I like being poor. It makes me more appreciative and it keeps me humble:) Nice write, Jack!
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Jack Ellison
Date: 11/24/2023 4:32:00 AM
Right attitude my friend! All that cash would be fun for while then back to being who you were all along! Have a good day my friend!
Date: 11/23/2023 10:36:00 AM
We all have our place I suppose Jack. Had my op last Sunday, at home now recovering. Hope you're keeping well. Tom
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Jack Ellison
Date: 11/23/2023 12:45:00 PM
Dear Tom! Happy to hear you're doing well! My best wishes are with you! We've been pals for quite a while eh! Get well...
Date: 11/23/2023 5:57:00 AM
I'm pretty sure I'm just a boring Middling, but we get your point
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Date: 11/23/2023 6:08:00 AM
Me too! A boring middling... thanks for dropping by Tom!
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