The Gravy Train-A Parable

I received a golden hello
But nothing of banking I know

On commodities, the future I bet
For large bonuses each year,to net

Too soon the 'bubble' has burst
Of course,everyone else,has come off worse

But I do not reap what I sow 
They gave me parachute payout & pension to go

Global finances,crash into debt
Yet still I have no regrets  ...(yet !)

Copyright © | Year Posted 2009



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Date: 10/25/2009 4:09:00 AM
Sadly, all too true- and it is still happening.
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Date: 3/3/2009 8:15:00 AM
That sounds like the economy all over the world and many who experience a financial uproar. Nice work and it has gravity here in my home. David-
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Date: 3/1/2009 11:06:00 AM
This is a wonderful couplet, Brian. A perfect reflecton of these rocky times. Thank you for your thoughtfl comment! Love, Robin
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Date: 3/1/2009 7:05:00 AM
Everyone seems to be keeping their fingers crossed in today's world! Better keep your toes crossed too!
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Date: 3/1/2009 5:50:00 AM
The bubble sure has burst for many. Hope you stay lucky in your last line. A timely write, that's for sure. Love, Shar
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Date: 3/1/2009 5:43:00 AM
The golden parachute..so many walking away and living on easy street after blowing people's money.. wonderful read Brian..Chris.
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Date: 3/1/2009 2:24:00 AM
Hold on to that parachute it may have holes the whole worlds gone screwy.
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