MONEY MATTERS

I want more financial freedom
Some money just for me
Don’t want  to ask permission 
Looking for autonomy.

Make my own decisions
Decide things for myself
Tired of all the censorship
Don’t always want your help.

Not saying I’m not grateful
You are wise beyond your years
But, when I want to buy something
I shouldn’t quake in fear. 

Must account for every penny
No money of my own
Every dime and every nickel
No checks are mine alone. 

Nice to have someone in charge
Yes, you pay all of our bills
But, I don’t like to ask
I want to spend some cash at will.

Not planning a big purchase
Just a few bucks here and there
Wouldn’t go hog wild …you know it
You know that I’d never dare. 

But, you  can use a credit card
Never asking for permission
Me? I check in with you
Then endure an inquisition. 

So… no more harboring resentment 
No more anger to  repress
It’s all there up on the table
My concerns now off my chest. 

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Author: Patty Richardson

Writer: Film scripts, poetry, short stories and songs.

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