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with a frequency that belies the phrase

'upon occasion'

I condemn the subtle glitches in the failing

system

the one who bears the tarnished label of

opportunity

likely doubts my, at best

inconsistent confusion

almost stale becomes the squanderous chase

too often not

it is the non believer who is able to redeem his

conquered value of face

the altered antediluvians of our stagnant time

spew bitter epitaphs to each his opposer

why  Newt and old Bill himself could relate to

this I'll bet

for objectivity fails most of all in the

unregretting loafer

those who occupy the low rings pay and pay

and nary even if ever get the pleasure of chance

to stop and enjoy some of the play

while the over voiced pristine clouds above

with their cheery silver lining out look in hand

enjoy yet another breakfast coup as such pseudo

leaders are in their opulent opinions

quite high in demand

yet still the best often seem to emerge from the

clutches of the arguable poor

while the uncaring and blatant users of the

system many believe will one day soon be

isolated at the door

until those who really deserve a kind helping

hand

will receive it in lieu of the trade of their

self respect along side each his very livelihood

do gooders after all mark the tattered human

time cards of those who actually do

the dirtiest hands on jobs

of whats considered worthwhile and good...........

(July 7, 1995)