01-29-2012, 12:18 PM
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Villanelle: Occupy
“There, if only I’d the nerve, go I”, Is what we wages-slaving classes think Whenever it’s our thoughts they occupy. It’s Christmas season, though – I have to buy A lot of gifts, and fix that leaky sink – But there, if only I’d the nerve, go I. The kids would think I’m crazy if I’d try At this late date to bring the world in sync. Whatever -- it’s my thoughts they occupy. My friends would probably laugh, or think I’m high, And with my luck I’d end up in the clink – But there, if only I’d the nerve, go I. “I sent them money!” is my battle-cry I want to go – I’m always on the brink -- Whenever it’s my thoughts they occupy. But jobs are scarce, and money’s tight. I sigh That I’m too old to make another stink. But there, if only I’d the nerve, go I Whenever it’s my heart they occupy.
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