THE MERCHANT OF VENUS

I have sailed rough seas
fought off pirate raiders
bartered my heart
had to deal with rogue traders.

Tempted by exotic fruits
I've never seen before.
Lost a weekend in Bangkok
ended up on a deserted shore.

Had a wild time in Brazil
But Tibetan monks made me karma
Played roulette with some Russians
Glad I had on my armour.

Found some wizards in Oz
and then got into some weird States
Lost my independance
when I had some bad dates.

I've come back exhausted
to the white cliffs of Dover
I'll pack away my gypsy boots
as my trading days are over.

D.Hinson