The Pay- day
is a gain day
for the ‘Salarian’
If only he forgets
the landlord’s share
of the booty he laboured for
the bill he must pay
for the fledging power supply
the dues he owes for the tap
that is too shy to spit
the brother- in- law’s fees
that cry for settlement
or the madam’s wardrobe
that begs for an update
for peace to reign
the contribution to the village
for aged parents’ upkeep
ah, the mechanic’s demand
for the automobile’s overhauling
he looks at the chopped sole of his shoes
the tiny holes on his trouser
the fade on his shirt
all are wolves
against his meager pay sheep
~ Afolabi Blessing
Lagos, Nigeria
A day to remind us of all the liabilities ahead, and to be met with possibly before the next pay day arrives announcing new commitments!