Whew! After a bout of allergies that almost went bronchial on me, I’m back. Sorry I’ve been absent. I’ll send you all a note from my mom. (Welcome Back Carter: “Signed, Barlow’s Mother.”) And I’m catching the tail end of posting for Three Word Wednesday; this week’s words were: Amateur, Diligent, Nurture. Also for Poets United, Poetry Pantry.
What We Need
What America needs to nurture
is a new-style politician,
who won’t afford rich white guys
such undue recognition.
“Clean Money, Clean Elections,”
lots of diligent candidates.
Amateur by Beltway standards.
but that slate would be first-rate.
We’ve been so disillusioned;
lost our voices to Big Money.
But some unspoiled men and women
will take back Main Street, honey.
© 2012 Amy Barlow Liberatore/Sharp Little Pencil
Sharp Little Pencil 
scrappygrams
I would love for your poem’s words to come true. When I was young, I wondered why older adults were so negative in their expectations. Sadly, now I know why.
Sharp Little Pencil
Scrappy, I’m 55 and still working for change. The trick is, never expect less than excellence from public officials, who are paid with our taxes. Peace, Amy
scrappygrams
if only this would happen!
Sharp Little Pencil
Hey, I went to your blog and couldn’t find anything. C’mon, give!! Ha ha. Peace, Amy
zongrik
you nailed it. everything has become so corrupt. we’re becoming like a third world nation. i’m glad you wrote a poem about this. not many do.
georgeson island
Sharp Little Pencil
Bat-Ami, I’m a very political animal. I also write freely about my struggles and triumphs with mental illness (manic depressive) and my bizarre Irish side of the family, more alcohol than any liquor store could hold… Thanks for leaving a direct link. I LOVED the poem and invite others to click on your link as well. Peace, Amy
Laurie Kolp
I agree!! Glad you’re back, Amy. I missed you!
Sharp Little Pencil
Laurie, I teared up when I read this. It’s always nice to know when folks are thinking about you… I’m coming over your way to see what’s cooking. Thanks and peace, Amy
Tony Noland (@TonyNoland)
I like the poem, and love the sentiment.
Using 3WW as a poem prompt is one of the high points of my week. Since you mentioned your surprise at seeing a 3WW used for a limerick, you might be interested in this: http://www.tonynoland.com/2011/12/first-review-of-poetry-on-fly.html
Cheers,
Tony
Sharp Little Pencil
WOWEEEEEE! You E-published. OK, I know I’m behind the times, but I don’t have a Kindle. I read books. But can I still download the digital version on my desktop? It didn’t give that option on the site…
Thanks for liking my poem, Tony. Peace, Amy
Renee Espriu
Right there with you, Amy, with your post and the allergies. It must be Spring! LOL
Sharp Little Pencil
Renee, first it was all plugged up, then went straight to my bronchial tubes. Fortunately, rest and lukewarm liquids and cough syrup beat the bug! And here in Wisconsin, it may be spring, but that doesn’t mean we are not in for one more snowstorm! Thanks, honey. Amy
oldegg
If you ever get any, send one or two over to Australia we need them too.
Sharp Little Pencil
Hey, I’ll bring them with me. I would not miss the trip for anything! Peace, Amy
Sherry Blue Sky
Oh I love it, kiddo. We are on the same page tonight. I just posted something inspired by the Occupy Wall Street video………..
Sharp Little Pencil
Will come by and see! Ah, great minds think alike… wink. Peace, Amy
vivinfrance
If only, Amy. If only. My sewing ladies were here yesterday, and corruption was high on the discussion list. Jock complained at the volume!
kaykuala
Very glad you’re back, Amy! Grandma’s concoctions can well be relied upon. That’s what my doc used to say, ‘drink a lot of water’ even when you’re not sick and more so otherwise!
You are about the only concerned citizen here writing and commenting on the political scene. Takes an informed mind and lots of guts to do so. Very refreshing,Amy, very well treated. Great verse!
Hank
El Guapo
From your pencil to god’s ears!
AudreyHowitt
Glad you are feeling better! Scrappy piece–I loved it! Full of vim and vigor
Sheilagh Lee
it would be nice if any government could be like that unfortunately they don’t seem to eve be that way.I guess it is like my Latin teacher always use to quote “Absolute power corrupts absolutely.”