The Source Arts & Literature section highlights the work of our creative readers. All visual artists and creative writers are encouraged to share with us new works. Please see below for full submission guidelines.
PAY DAY
The best things in life, they tell me, are free,
But it’s becoming less a reality.
For many persons it seems to be
That the best things in life need lots of money.
For money, my friend, can be prized more than gold,
And many, to maintain it, would pawn their very soul.
Essential to this world it is, just like gravity,
But what you do to get it doesn’t require honesty.
There are those you will find who make more than most,
With multiple perks of which they can boast.
Yet, for them this lifestyle still falls short,
And with their hands in the cookie jar they are caught.
Conflict of interest, does that really exist?
Or just a routine way of doing business.
You wash my hands, I wash yours.
This type of hygiene doesn’t wash away germs.
Values and virtues abandoned for vice.
Immediate gratification, no sacrifice.
And many enablers who turn a blind eye,
So they all can enjoy a piece of the pie.
They have plenty of dollars but so little sense,
For deeds committed there’s a consequence.
In the face of such wanton gluttony,
There is little room for integrity!
A lavish lifestyle is one to envy,
Only if you make it your priority.
Love of service, or love of self?
All for you and yours and no one else.
When you go to the gravesite, what do you see?
The question: “Whose shall these things be?”
Cars, bank accounts, houses and lands…
You: six feet under with two empty hands.
Be very wise about how you invest.
The best dividend is true happiness.
Peace of mind, an asset that won’t depreciate.
Contentment comes with having a clean slate.
Sandra C. Bradley is a Source reader who loves to explore the power of words, the pits of an avocado and the peacefulness of nature.
Poetry and creative prose submissions are limited to 1,500 words and should include a brief bio of the writer. Visual art submissions should include at least one high-quality image or video and a very brief bio along with an artist’s statement that speaks to the inspiration of the work. The statement should include the title if there is one, the medium used and what the work means to you.
Please send submissions and questions to visourceart@gmail.com.
