I'm Just a Little Sovereign

By: Ceridwyn Posted on: March 26, 2010

I'm just a little sovereign,

I twinkle and I shine.

I'm used to purchase sustenance

Be it some mutton or some wine.

You may find me quite curious,

As I entice bad men to steal.

I send even the smartest of folk

To try their hand at Blackjack's deal.

I can sit inside your pockets

Winking brightly in the sun.

I really makes the world go round

And I don't even way a ton.

You can give me away

Or keep me to yourself.

Stuff me in a bank

Or sit me on a shelf.

Though the most curious thing about me -

I beseech you not to smirk.

Is where those darn rats keep me

While they're scratching in the dirt.

I see no pockets on their hides

Or purses strapped upon their backs.

Maybe they find me delicious

A hard golden tasty snack.

For when they have been slain

In the off chance you get the joy

Out of their split guts

Maybe I'll deploy.

Just keep me stored away

For if you reach a quick demise.

The rich man will become a Pauper

In just the blink of an eye.