Reminded Of The Environment Poem by Lawrence S. Pertillar

With money to prioritize.
And the having of 'bling' to symbolize,
A life enriched if one has a lot of it...
Is leaving many to awaken and realize,
Even with the having of money in abundance...
A paying for happiness is limited,
If...
The only ones that come around,
To convince they are attracted...
Become quickly distracted,
When the presence of money...
Isn't the first scent they can smell,
At the door when they arrive.
To then come inside...
Not to address the invitation!
But to make their quick assessments.

'You look around as if to make an inspection.'

~No.
Not at all.
I came to visit YOU.~

'Then why do you have white gloves on,
To check for dust and taking notes? '

~For no specific reason.
I hope you don't fine what I do disrespectful? ~

'I don't mind.
But I must admit,
The few I've allowed to come inside to visit...
Have not been this pretentious.
But then again,
You keep me reminded of the environment...
I have 'chosen' to live in.
And you represent very well.'

~Oh.
Thank you.
I enjoy your hospitality.~

'I didn't think you noticed.'