Arthur Vaso Poet Free verse

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The Pub/Tavern In Montreal,Quebec, I had to change the name a wee bit for obvious reasons, O'Keefe is a local beer here. Never been to that Pub and do not drink beer, but can sure relate the rest of the poem! The key to hapinnes is to kn ows one place on the food chain.

The Fine Art of Life

Champagne and wine
Elixirs of the elite's delight
beverages of the upper classes
as they rendezvous and converse
amid soirées decked in elegance
mingling among their 
	latest art acquisitions
		envied, even by the Louvre



The wonderful taste of caviar
	In opulent ballrooms, near and far
		where aristocrats and fashion find their air

ah yet sometimes I ponder
how the toiling working class
gets through monotonous days
I imagine them after their grind
at the Cox N Bull Tavern
drinking and lapping cheap O'keefe beer
chugging down their boredom
in idle gossip
planning petty crimes

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Eve Roper September 30, 2023 at 1:34 PM I don't know about the petty crimes or boredom, but some for entertainment of a night out as I use to do at one time in my twenties

Bill Baker September 26, 2023 at 11:04 AM Well written, Arthur, an entertaining and thought-provoking poem on the differences between the daily life of the rick and the poor. Your introductory photos added to the enjoyment of reading your poetry today. Write On! Bill

Nancy Kaufman September 26, 2023 at 6:57 AM Intriguing poem Arthur. I like your parallels. I've been well off and also struggled financially in this life and tend to feel that I'm much more motivated when poor actually.

Anne-Lise Andresen September 25, 2023 at 10:28 AM - The story of many hundreds of years, Arthur - Small or slightly bigger crimes ... not everyone gets rich on honesty - Envious ... not at all - Great written :) - hugs Arthur Vaso September 25, 2023 at 9:22 PM yes so true, the irony there does exist honest rich and dishonest poor, was fun to write this!!!

Yann Rolland September 25, 2023 at 1:39 AM a wonderful poem, i know now why your french is perfect, noticing you are form Montréal, a wonderful city, merci mon ami Arthur Vaso September 25, 2023 at 9:21 PM Thank you, Merci bien Yann

Deb M September 24, 2023 at 3:18 PM Arthur l enjoyed the humour in this poem….”chugging down their boredom” l like that!! Debx Arthur Vaso September 25, 2023 at 9:20 PM Thank you, and yes humor indeed! Your compliment was so nice I am having my chauffeur deliver to you a case of my finest Champagne!

Sotto Poet September 24, 2023 at 6:11 AM Arthur, this is a captivating and pleasurable poem, to delve into the realm of opulence and indulgence, drawing a stark contrast to the humble existence of the less fortunate. Arthur Vaso September 25, 2023 at 9:19 PM Yes just a little fun observing life! thanks!

Victor Buhagiar September 24, 2023 at 12:52 AM The crimes will always be there. Still your description of the rich elite is fascinating. Arthur Vaso September 25, 2023 at 9:05 PM Thank you Victor, it was fun to express one of life's great discussions.

Evelyn Judy Buehler September 23, 2023 at 10:06 PM An interesting and enjoyable poem about the extravagances of the rich, as compared to the lives of the poor. But, as they say, 'You can't take it with you.' :)

Alexis Y. September 23, 2023 at 6:34 PM Hi Arthur, Upper-class, middle-class, and lower-class and etc. Are worlds apart indeed. At the end of the day without the "stuff" and classes people are just people. Was this a light-hearted write? It made me ponder about the "classes". Nevertheless, good write-Alexis Arthur Vaso September 23, 2023 at 9:16 PM This was yes a little tongue and cheek,more to make people ponder and reflect, money is only comfort nothing more nor less, the true measure of a man is his kindness, empathy and good will, people who lack this exist in all walks of life. Loved your comment!

Jan Allison September 23, 2023 at 5:50 PM Yeah the classes can be poles apart with the caviar and champagne brigade quaffing their expensive stuff and the working class on the cheap beer. I wish i'd taken a pic in Manchester - the pub was called the Cock Inn but it was in the gay quarter, hugs Jan xx Arthur Vaso September 23, 2023 at 9:17 PM Well that kinda makes sense now that I think about it!!! haha

Karen Jones September 23, 2023 at 5:39 PM Interesting to read and consider the two worlds/classes. The photo made me laugh. Arthur Vaso September 23, 2023 at 9:18 PM Thanks that was the idea, a bit of fun and laughter and also to ponder the values we have!