Black Friday

Actions Speak Louder

Doug Clore
Black Friday they tell me is well underway,
Sleep deprived merchants dream only of profit.
What strange paradoxical odd juxtaposition.
Immediately following prayer to our God,
We dedicate Friday to pure lust for stuff.

On Thursday we thank God for all that we have:
Our Families, Our fortunes, and food we can't finish.
No wait, we're just kidding, our collective soul shouts
As Friday we frantically trample each other
Trying to hide yesterday's lie.

Published by Doug Clore

Doug has a Master's degree in Library Science from the Davis College of Library and Information Science at the University of South Carolina. He has ten years experience as a professional librarian. His lib...  View profile

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  • Valerie Ferrari12/14/2009

    Sad but true!

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