But that's different

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But that’s Different

 

The jester jests: He plays the role

 we are conditioned to accept.

His sly insults though dry and droll

 conceal much malice I suspect.

If he should chance to pick on you

as target for his vicious tongue

Then act as you’re expected to.

Just smile pretend to play along.

He seems to pick unerringly

On those who have something to hide.

Exposes secrets fleeringly

 Though some would say he’s justified.

But when the jester picks on them

Adopt a different stratagem.

 

24-May-08

 

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