Notice of absence from arqios
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naught save the peddlers of art
where entertainment’s a la carte
and the menu card’s kind a faulty
yet here we’re reasonably comfy
so show us the justice of poetry
lost in the valley of minutes and years
it’s audience so glad to have been found
consumers shall ever-consume and
restlessness gaze at sighs of those at ease
the hand that wipes away all fears
never to reveal their private peace
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Author:
crypticbard (Pseudonym) (
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- Comment from author about the poem: extended version of a shorter piece
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Good words arqios, that private peace is within us all.
Andy
Thanks Andy 🙏🏻🕊️
Good write A. There's an olde hymn 'Teach me, my God and King' that has a sort of alchemy theme. 'This is the precious stone, That turneth all to gold', as if it's a cure-all, an elixir. Plus other alchemical connotations in the same hymn. But not meaning magically.
Nice. I’ll have to revisit that 🙏🏻🕊️
In comfort our choice of entertainment is far different than when under threat. This poem speaks to me on different levels poems I appreciate today are not the same tomorrow and like music are dictated by and also influence my mood of the moment. It is the last two lines that settle the poem. Loved it Cryptic
Oh yes, most definitely! I can see that too Andy 🙏🏻🕊️
I enjoyed the read as it is very relatable to a lot of people, though I am still searching for that peace, have a great day
Thank you kindly 🙏🏻🕊️
You are very welcome
Show us the justice of Poetry. Making me think again. Amazing poem with rhyme as well.
Thanks David, mixing it up a bit sometimes 🙏🏻🕊️
Beautiful, arqios! Absolutely found truth in these words! Thank you for sharing their beauty and wisdom with us! 🌹👏
You’re welcome Tristan 🙏🏻🕊
Well written,Your poem explores themes of consumption, the search for meaning in art, and the contrast between public persona and private peace. It captures the essence of a society that prioritizes entertainment over profound artistic expression, revealing a sense of restlessness and dissatisfaction among its audience.
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