A canary
Told me a story
About his nemesis
Gettin` ready to give him
2046 licks
So he`s reserved a ticket
For a ship that`s sailing
From a place he called
"The Grey Havens"
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Mutley Ravishes (
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Hidden in these words is a message that is obscure to me. Coded in numbers and letters its message I can not see. Forgive my ignorance my friend with it I do not wish to offend but I will not claim to be wiser than I be.
Well, the canary told me this story, so I can`t be 100% sure that it`s true, but I figured some folks might be interested and be inspired to do more research. Anyways, the canary said the number is that of a year. Of course, for many that might as well be a thousand years from now, but for many others it`s not that far off. I`ll see if I can get the canary to tell me more.
Canaries are always known as birds that sing
A betrayer, or an early warning system? Time will tell.
Your poem revolves around themes of escape, conflict, and a longing for freedom.
For sure. Well, 20 licks and counting (according to that canary).
Literature was my number one theme in high school, and in college, your poem likely draws inspiration from literature. Books by J.R.R. Tolkien
revolve around the canary, a symbol often associated with vulnerability and the need for freedom. The mention of "2046 licks" introduces an element of impending doom or punishment, while "The Grey Havens" evokes a sense of hope and refuge associated with departure.
I am a big fan of Tolkien as you guessed. In "Sauron Defeated" he talked about visions he received of past destructions. Meaning Numenor, of course! As for his writing about The Dunedain and The Elves, the late author Conor MacDari`s book "Irish wisdom in Bible and Pyramids" has been a revelation. To me, anyways! As for 2046, suspending skepticism, (and simply imagining as a game that it is something that will happen), then it could be seen as a punishment. Or an opportunity. Hence, "Exodus"!
Thanks for your response. It set off this response!
Mutley, this is a compact parable. A looming nemesis, an absurdly precise threat, and a quiet decision to sail on. Myth and menace blend smoothly, and the ending feels earned rather than escapist. Strong, subtle work. 🌹🖤🙏🕯️🐦⬛
You nailed it, Tristan! There is an even more precise date.
Yay!!! Glad I did, my friend!
very nicely done
Thank you! And a big thank you to "Texan Jason" for some of the inspiration.
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