Free

Everyone likes something free

And I agree, to some degree,

But sometimes it occurs to me

We’re better off without it.

 

For if that item seems to be

A freebie, there may be a fee

Or postage; there’s no guarantee,

For fine print doesn’t shout it.

 

Still, when something’s gratis, we

Can’t pass it up and that’s the key;

When it is offered, we say, “Gee,

Well, thanks!” and don’t you doubt it.