The Paradox of Money

Money, the power to buy and sell,

The currency that rules us all,

A means to gain and to excel,

And yet, it has the power to enthrall.

With money, one can build an empire,

And leave a legacy for all time,

But it can also spark a fire,

And lead to greed and endless crime.

Money is a force to be reckoned with,

A symbol of success and fame,

But it can also cause great rifts,

And leave some in poverty and shame.

We chase after it day and night,

To satisfy our wants and needs,

But it can also lead to a plight,

And corrupt our hearts and souls with greed.

Money, oh money, what a paradox,

A source of both good and evil,

May we use it wisely and not be lost,

In its tempting and deceptive upheaval.