The checks you cash will never rid your tooth of it's browned imperfections The ounces you pour will never give your eyelids the tender kiss of sleep they so deserve The empty words you place in everyone's ear will prove less dense than skin cells, contributing that much to your beauty The numbers you record will not make your locks hit any further down on your shoulders Likewise the tips you earn won't save you from your thoughts You may be rich though; Rich in memories Rich in sorries Rich in imperfections Rich in leaves Rich in heart Rich in beauty You will be taxed on your emotions and health by the universe one day The price you put on things will affect the kind of person you aspire to become and the radiance of your soul If you were rich enough to buy one