I hate to be the pessimist. <br />Especially when invited... <br />To these backyard picnics. <br />Under joyful Sun and eating Bar-B-Que. <br />Discussing world events, <br />After the games we watched are through. <br />Talking about 'them' <br />And what they ought to do! <br />But... <br />I have a sense we're the ones being screwed! <br />By taking daily doses, <br />Of what's good for them... <br />Has had nothing to do, <br />With either me Or you! <br />And yet I regret... <br />Our lifestyles they affect! <br />Whether we accept that... <br />Or 'them', <br />That's a bet neither one of us will pocket!<br /><br />Lawrence S. Pertillar<br /><br />http://www.poemhunter.com/poem/pessimist/
