Oh, the fresh crisp air of Autumn,

brilliant colors grace the trees.

A panoramic view those from afar come to see!

I have heard it said, "Maine the way life should be."

A light house with it's rocky coast beacons me today,

consider all the wholesome ways that we will throw away.

Can we afford this gamble? Casino life in Maine?

Debt for every dollar earned 

a bankrupt future for our youth.

Increased crime and alcohol, 

what will New England gain?

Can we afford this gamble? Casino life in Maine?

Mainers tame the rocky coast

to earn an honest dollar.

Fishing, hunting, industry,

a hard earned heritage we share.

Will our children's children say,

Maine the way life should be?

Can we afford this gamble? Casino life in Maine?

By Laurie R. Knight