This post-war dream has gone astray
Though “Pax Romana” is maintained
In financial terms, we're strained.
The Euro seems a good idea
Exchange rates are so yesteryear
With porous borders, we migrate
To find work in another State.
New legislation Europe-wide
Sovereignty is pushed aside
The Brits, as always, not best pleased
Payback options always seized.
The Benelux, small and compact
Remains determinedly on track
Its heart in Brussels still beats strong;
Now Spain and Greece have joined the throng.
In dribs and drabs more countries join
Most accept the Euro coin
The currency that made us “one”
Brings with it problems – we're undone.
Debts mount up; can't be re-paid
Many Southern countries I'm afraid
Have bitten off what they can't chew
Now Grexit threatens – what's to do?
(c) Poet in the woods 2015
Brussels Summit - July 12th, 2015
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