When someone out of work and out of money steals food to survive
Many of us would find compassion and a desire to help within us thrive
But in today’s rising crime wave with consequences for theft nil
Brazen head for the luxury goods after emptying the till
Strolling slowly down the store aisles stealing fine wines without an ounce of guile
Security guards with cell phone cameras following behind
Almost pointing out more expensive libations for the thief to find
Value of goods stolen less than $900 bucks
Robbed store owner is out of luck
Not a felony only a misdemeanor that will not make the prosecution cut
Released back onto the streets quickly after the jail doors shut
Sure as the Sun rises in the East the thief will steal again and again
Only is question on further stealing is not if but when
© 7/26/2022 The Alaskanpoet
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