Bahrain Crown Prince declines invitation

Prince Salman in Hamad Al Khalifa has decided not to attend the wedding of England's Prince William and Kate Middleton.  Bahrain's rulers have been waging a crackdown on Shiite protestors and Al Khalifa says he fears his nation's unrest might tarnish the festivities.

         Sitting Tight

Regrets have been sent

By the Crown Prince of Bahrain,
Who feels his appearance
Might cause royal strain.

He sends his best wishes

To William and Kate
But he'll stay at home
Where things aren't so great.

Seems unrest, there, at home

Has been causing some fights;
And he's got his hands full
With protesting Shiites.

©  2011  Jim Gordon