Shameful Society

Bitter and alone in this twisted society,
gone wrong, all topsy turvy.
Elders stand, whilst hoodies sit,
they have no shame,
they're proud of it.
Walking 'round like real big men,
with a snarling beast
on a short chain.

In the night I hear a baby cry,
left  for hours, left to die?
Times are hard, steal to survive,
locked away,
whilst paedophiles thrive.
The rich get richer,
crooks all the  same,
on the take
whilst appointing the blame.

Politicians driven in their flash, shiny cars,
whilst the holes in my shoes
give my feet nasty scars.
If only they could see
how it is for many,
sleeping on the streets
without a single penny.
Oh,this society, broken gone askew.
If only those in power
really, truly knew.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2013

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Allison Avatar
February 7, 2014 at 5:36 PM
such powerful images jenny and so true - what a sad world we live in Jan xx
Melugin Avatar
December 9, 2013 at 3:09 AM
So well written and so true. Jenny, I am a fan!!
Vaso Avatar
October 14, 2013 at 8:11 PM
I really liked this poem, as for the poor, if only we cared for those around us, its not the powerful and elite, caring for your neighbor requires only good will!!! Nice write
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