Like assembly we sift through our chemicals
And rearrange the order of parts;
That in guides are strewn about
And in our minds, we disregard.
We liken gain to success
On avenues we don't patrol.
Thus the happiest jester cries -
And the richest of men, fold.
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Author:
Nicholas Browning (
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- Comment from author about the poem: Whenever I write a two stanza poem I think about Robert Frost's, "A Patch of Old Snow". The word "Men" in this context is used to represent all humankind, not just males. Thanks for stopping by, and I hope you enjoyed.
- Category: Reflection
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Comments4
I too love 2 stanza pieces - punchy, sure to be read, and to the point - this is a fine example.
Thank you very much, Michael. 2 stanzas are a balanced mix indeed!
Good write N.
If ya had not explained, we might have ranted about PC 'men'. (Politically Correct). lol
But I do it too. I often used 'mankind' instead, but gotta fit in an extra pesky syllable then. Matters of major importance, these are! lol.
Didn't want to offend anyone xD The real trouble comes when someone even refutes the "Mankind but why not Womankind?", To me it's just silly, but I'm a male so my opinion means squat.
Good one dear poet
Thanks a bunch Spill!
Excellent write Nicholas. Incredibly deep for just two stanzas. Nice work🙂
Thank you, my furry friend. Your approval is appreciated!
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