A Potpourri of Poetic Curiosities
Viewing comments for Chapter 296 "Who will pay?"A collection of poems showcasing unusual words
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Comment from Gloria ....
Well of course all the world fell for the dumb Keynesian economics that states and even apparently proves with some kind of charts and things which is spend your way out of debt. We keep trying it and it is about as successful as the trickle down theory. But hey humankind will not resort to using common sense until all other alternatives have been exhausted. So we're still working on it.
Excellent poem, Craig. No snake oil here, okay?
Gloria
reply by the author on 24-Oct-2018
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Well of course all the world fell for the dumb Keynesian economics that states and even apparently proves with some kind of charts and things which is spend your way out of debt. We keep trying it and it is about as successful as the trickle down theory. But hey humankind will not resort to using common sense until all other alternatives have been exhausted. So we're still working on it.
Excellent poem, Craig. No snake oil here, okay?
Gloria
Comment Written 24-Oct-2018
reply by the author on 24-Oct-2018
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LOL plenty here if I wanted to go looking for it, Gloria. I tend to try and avoid said reptiles like the plague, if possible. Cheers, Craig
Comment from lyenochka
Yes, it's like that all the way around. Wish our schools would teach the children more about responsible spending to open dialogue with their parents so both would be wiser.
It's such a fun sounding word, 'thrimble' that it should have a more light-hearted meaning - like: he thrimbled across the field of flowers.
reply by the author on 24-Oct-2018
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Yes, it's like that all the way around. Wish our schools would teach the children more about responsible spending to open dialogue with their parents so both would be wiser.
It's such a fun sounding word, 'thrimble' that it should have a more light-hearted meaning - like: he thrimbled across the field of flowers.
Comment Written 24-Oct-2018
reply by the author on 24-Oct-2018
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To me, it sounds like a very prim and proper school headmistress. "Better not be upsetting Mrs Thrimble, if you know what's good for you!" :)
Comment from BeasPeas
I agree. We are passing on our excesses to our kids. Many people don't give a darn because they are getting "theirs." We are not a responsible society, as were our forefathers/mothers. Being responsible for ourselves and future generations is a lost art. Well written piece on a complicated subject. Marilyn
reply by the author on 24-Oct-2018
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I agree. We are passing on our excesses to our kids. Many people don't give a darn because they are getting "theirs." We are not a responsible society, as were our forefathers/mothers. Being responsible for ourselves and future generations is a lost art. Well written piece on a complicated subject. Marilyn
Comment Written 24-Oct-2018
reply by the author on 24-Oct-2018
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Thanks very much for the kind words, Marilyn. Most appreciated, Craig
Comment from Alcreator Litt Dear
How foolish! Our parents were wooed by the politicians, now we are, and putting our next generations in debt, they never cared welfare, they asked for votes with false promise of making us rich; well said, well done. Keep Writing -- DR ALCREATOR
reply by the author on 24-Oct-2018
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How foolish! Our parents were wooed by the politicians, now we are, and putting our next generations in debt, they never cared welfare, they asked for votes with false promise of making us rich; well said, well done. Keep Writing -- DR ALCREATOR
Comment Written 24-Oct-2018
reply by the author on 24-Oct-2018
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Thanks very much for the kind and thoughtful comments. Much appreciated, Craig
Comment from Sandra du Plessis
A very well-written poem about the burden of debt that are often inherited by our children that have to continue paying for our debt while struggling to make a living of their own.
reply by the author on 24-Oct-2018
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A very well-written poem about the burden of debt that are often inherited by our children that have to continue paying for our debt while struggling to make a living of their own.
Comment Written 24-Oct-2018
reply by the author on 24-Oct-2018
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Thanks so much for the kind comments, Sandra.
Comment from jenintorre
Hi Craig
This is a very thought provoking poem containing so much truth. I am glad you explained the meaning of thrimble as that word is new to me. Well done. Best wihes Jen.
reply by the author on 24-Oct-2018
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Hi Craig
This is a very thought provoking poem containing so much truth. I am glad you explained the meaning of thrimble as that word is new to me. Well done. Best wihes Jen.
Comment Written 24-Oct-2018
reply by the author on 24-Oct-2018
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Thanks so much for the lovely comments, Jen. Most grateful for your review -- Craig
Comment from Pamusart
Hi Craig. Those pesky parasites humans again, eh? Look at what is happening here. Russia oligarchs bought a puppet with trump and the wealthy here got a trillion dollars. Now they are saying that we have a huge debt so now we have to cut health care for the elderly and poor and cut social security. And then spend it on a new arms race. It sounds like Australia might have the same issue. Thank you for sharing
reply by the author on 24-Oct-2018
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Hi Craig. Those pesky parasites humans again, eh? Look at what is happening here. Russia oligarchs bought a puppet with trump and the wealthy here got a trillion dollars. Now they are saying that we have a huge debt so now we have to cut health care for the elderly and poor and cut social security. And then spend it on a new arms race. It sounds like Australia might have the same issue. Thank you for sharing
Comment Written 24-Oct-2018
reply by the author on 24-Oct-2018
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No country has a monopoly on greed and stupidity. Many thanks, Pam, you totally "got it". Craig
Comment from Impromptu Scribe
This is a great rhyming poem and shines the spotlight fairly and squarely on the crazy indebtedness taking a hold of our world, egged on by politicians with spurious credentials or worse. It is a ticking time bomb, ensnaring our young, buying things on the never-never. Just look at the UK's Brexit vote - 70% approx. of over 65's voted to leave; 70% of under 30's voted to remain. Who's future is it, who will pay the hideous price for the biggest act of economic self-harm ever conceived ? Sorry for the rant :) Best wishes.
reply by the author on 23-Oct-2018
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This is a great rhyming poem and shines the spotlight fairly and squarely on the crazy indebtedness taking a hold of our world, egged on by politicians with spurious credentials or worse. It is a ticking time bomb, ensnaring our young, buying things on the never-never. Just look at the UK's Brexit vote - 70% approx. of over 65's voted to leave; 70% of under 30's voted to remain. Who's future is it, who will pay the hideous price for the biggest act of economic self-harm ever conceived ? Sorry for the rant :) Best wishes.
Comment Written 23-Oct-2018
reply by the author on 23-Oct-2018
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No apology required, it's a rant worthwhile making. Many thanks for the kind words, Craig
Comment from Thomas Bowling
This is excellent advice. Many people foolishly think they can borrow their way out of debt. Soon, they find out the error of their wrong thinking. Very well-written.
reply by the author on 23-Oct-2018
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This is excellent advice. Many people foolishly think they can borrow their way out of debt. Soon, they find out the error of their wrong thinking. Very well-written.
Comment Written 23-Oct-2018
reply by the author on 23-Oct-2018
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Thanks very much for the kind comments. Most appreciated, Craig