Thoughts 11

MendedFences27

Thoughts 11



Now, for some of us

is the best of times, others

fear that to be true.

 

If you do nothing,

when you have nothing to do

you’re on vacation.

 

Fools rue what they say.

Wise men regret their silence.

Lovers lament both.

 

Congratulations

like champagne, are best served

while they still bubble.

 

Equality’s flaw

is, we desire it only

with those above us.

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  • Teddy.15

    So damn wise true and powerful love the stanza of the champagne, it simply isn't the same when it's flat. 🌹

    • MendedFences27

      Thanks, Teddy15. I'm more of a wise guy than wise man.

    • Neville


      It is clear to me that much creative thought, insight and a sapiential awareness all came together at precisely the write moment in order for this little beauty to be conceived in the first instance and delivered perfectly formed .. a real belter if you don't mind me saying so .. and that champagne reference is to die for my friend .. Neville

      • MendedFences27

        Thanks, Neville. I save them up 'til I have a few and then post them. I was at a celebration about a year ago and someone said that to me.

      • sorenbarrett

        "Equality’s flaw
        is, we desire it only
        with those above us."
        Great stanza. A lot of truth in this piece.

        • MendedFences27

          Thanks SB. To a poet, truth is life.

        • Doggerel Dave

          Champagne is well covered here, and yes I'd agree. but I continue to be drawn back to your opening stanza, Phil.
          I found it hard initially to get past that one.

          • MendedFences27

            Thanks DD. That first stanza is the newest, and probably is the scariest one.

            • Doggerel Dave

              Not scary - insightful and anger inducing.

            • Goldfinch60

              Very good intriguing words Phil.

              Andy

              • MendedFences27

                Thanks, Andy, A collection of goodies.

              • Dan Williams

                All good, last line really nails it.

                • MendedFences27

                  Thanks, DW. I gather these up as I think of them and then eventually post the together.



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