Wealth Versus Health Poem by John Sensele

In the end, assets, possessions and material comforts
Come into our lives and leave a mark
That flatters our egos, ferry us to sports ports
Although wealth to our lives adds neither spark nor Noah's Ark.

In the end, cosmetics, fine outfits and limousines
Come into our lives and blur the vision
That flatters our pride, ferries us to culinary cuisines
Although material possessions sow division and derision.

In the end, caviar, fine wine and bling
Come into our lives and put us into the deep sleep
That flatters our comfort, edging us into a fling
Although wealth peace of mind in our lives can neither keep nor peep.

In the end, accessories, gadgets and fat bank accounts
Come into our lives and wipe away the wisdom
That awakens our egos to dismiss debatable discounts
Although wealth guarantees no berth into God's kingdom.