The Difference Money Makes

Bands of gold, straps of lace Is this the difference money makes Skin is pretty, skin is not with no Jag in the parking lot Table service with a view the only way to dine for you Highlights from a chic salon expensive dresses to throw on Cocktails every night at five the only way to feel alive Tickets to a Broadway show parties with folks you don’t know Hand me downs, ragged jeans what you get with little means Skin is pretty, unadorned just as supple, be forewarned Canned goods from the Dollar Store matters little what she wore Needed Meds, to pay the price love will make the sacrifice Life in tatters, life in gowns superficial smiles and frowns Bands of gold, straps of lace Is this the difference money makes