Eco-Man Is an Economist A recidivist Who can remake Any old mistake Into new grist? His backward scan Forsees a future plan While hedging bets With 'Ifs, ands and yets' And at least one 'Rather-than' 'On the other hand' Is slippery sand The mantra of 'Gurus' Excusing miscues A veritable 'Maybe-Land' Predictions are riveting And always forgiving Ideal for breaking Thus - Is he making An honest living? A good 'Bottom Line' More by chance than design Presumes from the start 'Tis a 'Black Art" When the stars align Teaching- At best A harsh test Other's 'Pie' 'In-the-Sky' Won't 'Feather your Nest'!
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