Blowin' Smoke

They talk and they talk 'til they're blue in the face.

When I need them they're gone, with barely a trace.

They smooth me over and try to act tough.

In the end, it's all hot air in a puff.

They try to flatter me into doing their bidding.

I know it's not real, under false pretense of kidding.

They huff and they puff to blow my house down.

I see through the guise and know it's a clown.

They knock at my door with a freshly baked pie.

They sharpen their tongues to sell their bold lie.

Peddling bad dreams that will end up dashed.

Their mouths write checks that can never be cashed.

They comb their hair and give it a slick.

Their game is deception, the art of the trick.

They toy with my ego and give it a stroke.

It is unappealing, as an acrid joke.

Bamboozled and buttered like an old piece of toast.

The one who wins is the one who does it the most.

Their methods are sly, crude, rude and shrewd.

I like to be kissed while I'm being screwed.

They serve me their tea and perfumed sassafras.

It is not sincere and ...

... blows smoke up my a*s ...

Reviews

[Tony Jordan]

Election time - it's the only time you see them - when they want your precious vote and give all the promises before backtracking as soon as they get into power. No wonder there's so much voter apathy - the world over.
Someone on WC recently reviewed a political piece (apologies if you're reading this but I can't recall who it was stated it :S ) and quoted Twain "Politicians and diapers must be changed often, and for the same reason..."

Love this middle-fingered salute of write Pete.

[Pete]

Lol. ty, Tony. Jon Stewart said, "I don't approve of political jokes; I have seen too many of them get elected."

[Tony Jordan]

Haha - that's so relevant nowadays heh heh.
The jokes on us all now. xD

[Pete]

Pump & dump Trump.

[Paul Bell]

We all know they're bent.
We all know they won't fulfil their promises.
We all vote for them.

[Pete]

ty Paul, appreciated. as the old gamblers of the wild west were fond of saying, "The wheel may be crooked, but it's the only wheel in town".

[Paul Bell]

Sure i played that wheel.

[Pete]

haha the wheel of misfortune. perhaps you have a future in politics then.

[Paul Bell]

The thought of crawling under a snake.
Though working one day a year and getting paid for it. Actually sounds ok. lol

[andrew mitchell]

How we stroke the egos of pollies but they never give back! Just a bags of hot air that does nothing!

[Pete]

empty promises from pompous windbags. ty andrew.

[JessyJacob]

Nice thoughts, no pretense.

[Pete]

thank you jessy. yes, that's usually how i roll - no pretense.

[Great Aunt Astri]

A very strong rhythm here ... adds power to the words. I shall have to look up sassafras. I enjoyed the read.

[Pete]

thank you G.A.A. much appreciated.

[Hebe]

Lol .. you captured those sales/politicians perfectly! I loved the line 'Bamboozled and buttered like an old piece of toast'! great rhythm you have a unique way with words.. loved it !

[Hebe]

picture is perfect too!

[Pete]

ty Hebe for stopping by for a chuckle. you are kind and thoughtful and it is appreciated. :)

[Dr. Wood ?]

my guess would be politicians.....apologies if you happen to BE one....I loved this

[Pete]

LOl. Politicians certainly are the quintessential salesmen now aren't they. thank you so much for thoughtful review. :)

[Giulia King]

I love the picture! You have a way with words.. They always flow so beautifully

[Pete]

Gullia, you just brought a smile to my face. i appreciate your kind thoughts. best regards always :)