The Best Things in Life Are Free

by Cara   Jan 5, 2009


It doesn't matter how much we get, we always want more
We need the finest living arrangements, technology and decor
People coated in jewellery and driving fancy cars
Everyone wishing they were rich like superstars

These green paper notes are taking over the minds of mankind
The material things of this world are making many blind
We all dream of our three story penthouses and our designer clothes
Money has truly taken over this world, I suppose

Have we forgotten the things that really make the world go round?
True love and friendship seem to be in hiding, not making a sound
Family has been caught up in possession and greed
Now it's all about who is most likely to succeed

We forget about nature, love and affection
All we think about is our money collection
Well it's time to remember that good old saying
The best things in life are free

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  • 15 years ago

    by PoetryKnight

    I like this poem, but I still want a dodge Viper

  • 15 years ago

    by NightFlyer

    Cara, the title of your poem made me recall the opening line of that old 60's song 'Money'. I totally agree with the sentiment of your poem. Though we all need some money to survive, a life based on only materialism and wealth, is in the end, a complete waste! But companies and ads constantly try to lure us into this lifestyle. Your poem's a good reminder of life's true treasures.

  • 15 years ago

    by Bradley Peter

    A good message, and a good poem. I think the piece started off really well, but that it kind of lost it's power as it went on.

    I think the last stanza needs a lot of work. the lines weren't as long, so it didn't flow with the other stanzas. Also, I didn't like that the last two lines didn't rhyme. I think it's important to make a strong finish, and while you did that with the last line, I think the fact you didn't rhyme at the end, sort of threw the whole piece out of sync.

    Overall, though, I thought this was a good piece.

    Brad

  • 15 years ago

    by PoetryKnight

    I like this poem. it is nice and sweet. have a great year
    5/5
    Aaron

  • 15 years ago

    by SashaMirage

    I am so happy that you wrote this, many of us need to read this. It is very inspiring to just enjoy life without all the money aspects...
    In the era we are living in, it seems to be all that matters. I am so happy that you chose to write this it is full of meaning and I am sure many people can relate. 5/5

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