IF I WERE A RICH MAN

I've always loved the musical 'FIDDLER ON THE ROOF'. Thus I've taken this theme song and produced this poem. Hope you like it!

My Bank account may be running low

My car, not owned--but leased;

But I'm still the Richest man alive

For I have plenty of joy and peace.

My children are all thankfully healthy

My home tornadoes have not destroyed;

I'm still the Happiest Man alive---

For I've a storehouse of grace and joy.

Donald Trump has nothing up on me

Nor Bill Gates and his assets true'

For life is much more than money--

Friends and family are priceless too.

So thank you God for all my blessings

Wall Street success isn't only what I seek;

I'm satisfied with my health and happiness

I'm the Richest M an alive---take a peek!

2013 by DRR

Author's Note

The theme is based on Sirach 50:23--"May He grant you Joy of Heart and may Peace abide among you."
Also, since this is my Birthday month, I realize I have a lot to celebrate!

Reviews

[Coyote Poetry]

You are very wise. Wealth is good health and a family near. I agree with the logic of the amazing poetry.
Coyote

[poetdoug]

Thank you for reviewing. and your positive comments

[Subversive Reality]

I like this, very positive message, one that I wholeheartedly agree with and you kept the rhyming scheme up quite nicely too. Well done.

[poetdoug]

Thanks for your encouraging review.It is greatly appreciated

[Mark]

I love upbeat poems. :) Very nicely crafted and your message is one we can all benefit from!

[poetdoug]

Thanks for your positive review Mark. much appreciated

[Pax]

oh, I missed your birthday, belated happy bday to you my friend...

Your happiness and contentment in life is priceless my friend, the thought money always brings depression... so why think of it everytime, everything is achieveable when you believed in yourself and know that you valued&cherished what you already have...

nicely penneded my friend!

[poetdoug]

Thank you Pax for your kind remarks and review. It is much appreciated my friend

[ANTO]

Materialism is over-rated - if you think you have everything you need then you DO GOT everything you need. Great parody Doug - though I couldn't see Topov singing these words and still managing to remain grumpy...lol

[poetdoug]

Thanks Anto. Great observations.

[Baby Ricochet]

Well happy birthday Doug. Good poem with a great message.

[poetdoug]

A heart-felt thanks my friend.

[Eddie Phillips]

This is a beautiful message. I agree with every single line. Thanks for sharing Doug. Keep celebrating

[poetdoug]

Thanks Eddie. I will---and you too my friend

[Sami Khalil]

I think we are rich in heart , character , God's love and blessings , family , good friends and great poetry like this one...:)

[poetdoug]

Thanks Sami---Your author friendship is part of my Riches.

[Sami Khalil]

Wow. Good to know. You are welcome...:)

[Glen Yumang Manese]

I CAN SEE HOW THIS WAS INSPIRED BY FIDDLER IN THE ROOF...THE THEME IS PRESENT IN THE VERSE...I CAN HEAR THE FIDDLE AS I READ THIS VERSE OF YOURS...IN LIFE THE HAPPIEST IS NOT ALWAYS THE RICHES...IT'S HOW WE VALUE OUR TIME OF EARTH AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS...YES...MONEY HELPS...INDEED ALL OF US CAN USE A BIT MORE TO EASE THE FLOW OF EVERYDAY NEEDS TO KEEP US GOING...

BUT AS YOU GROW OLDER THE THOUGHT IS ABOUT HEALTH AND HAPPINESS...ALL ELSE TAKES SECOND PLACE...WITHOUT THE BENEFITS OF HEALTH...MONEY CAN NOT BUY YOU TIME...ONLY MAKES YOUR GOAL OF GETTING TO THE NEXT PLACE EASIER...YET...POSTPONE THE ACTUAL TIME YOU WERE TO LEAVE THE PLACE CALLED HELL ON EARTH...

DOUG - THANKS FOR THE INVITE AND GOOD TO READ YOU...

[poetdoug]

Thanks for this insightful review. As usual, you have a wonderful way with words my friend.

[Glen Yumang Manese]

YOU'RE WELCOME...GOOD TO READ YOU...

[Lydia Shutter]

What a lovely write this is. Your rhyming is flawless and the sentiment heartwarming. A healthy family and safety for loved ones is really all that matters. Lydi**

[poetdoug]

Thanks so much Lydia. What encouraging comments.Thanks much.