Renting time
Renting time
Time our most valuable commodity
With an unknown expiry date
So what is your time worth trading for?
The expenditure for reward is the value determination
Rarely does the negotiation reach this degree
Instead the lucky ones hang this degree
Displaying how fortunate they were
To have this time to spend
Should not this commercial exchange
At least afford time to live well
With a roof, a meal and in good spirits
And do not forget that time
Should not be exchanged for suffering
It is just a short-term rental
Which should be returned by good care
Never to be enslaved by denial of dignity
~ Camille
Renting time
Time our most valuable commodity
With an unknown expiry date
So what is your time worth trading for?
The expenditure for reward is the value determination
Rarely does the negotiation reach this degree
Instead the lucky ones hang this degree
Displaying how fortunate they were
To have this time to spend
Should not this commercial exchange
At least afford time to live well
With a roof, a meal and in good spirits
And do not forget that time
Should not be exchanged for suffering
It is just a short-term rental
Which should be returned by good care
Never to be enslaved by denial of dignity
~ Camille
Renting time
Time our most valuable commodity
With an unknown expiry date
So what is your time worth trading for?
The expenditure for reward is the value determination
Rarely does the negotiation reach this degree
Instead the lucky ones hang this degree
Displaying how fortunate they were
To have this time to spend
Should not this commercial exchange
At least afford time to live well
With a roof, a meal and in good spirits
And do not forget that time
Should not be exchanged for suffering
It is just a short-term rental
Which should be returned by good care
Never to be enslaved by denial of dignity
~ Camille
Poem Printed in Red Ink on A5 Earthy Recycled Paper - Oatmeal
All poetry prints are meticulously crafted on premium-quality papers using archival-grade inks. Each print is personally hand-signed and dated by Camille on the reverse side.
Ink: Vibrant red, providing a striking contrast against the oatmeal-toned background.
Paper: Acid-free and eco-friendly, ensuring lasting quality without compromising sustainability.
Size: A5 (148mm x 210mm) – perfect for framing or gifting.
Weight: 209gsm for a sturdy and premium feel.
Camille Delaquise (previously Camille Barr), is an Australian poet, musician and artist. Through poetry she finds music and through storytelling finds visual represtantion with her unqiue style of abstract art.