Friday, April 18, 2008

Stardom

Stardom, Recognition, goes together
Yet, are distant in every way
In years gone by, you needed talent
And a life style without going astray

Stardom is not a given right
It is earned in the profession one chooses
Through dedication and hard work
They become winners and seldom losers

The stars were put on pedestals
Helped us forget our strife
While all the time just acting
Trying to portray real life

That’s the way it was
So many long years ago
When we fell in love with them
Before and after each show

But today they reach Stardom
Doing whatever they please
While writers and producers
Issue scripts so full of sleaze

Many have found Recognition
Through booze and drugs as well
When they are pulled over
They tell authority to “Go To Hell”

We certainly deserve better
To pass on to our youth
We need those old time ethics
To stand along with truth

But we the fans are also at fault
We pay to see their every move
Maybe we should hold back somewhat
Until their lives improve

Michael Christopher Daly
April 18, 2008