Life's a cruel joke
No matter how you try
You fail, you get left behind
People get greedier and more selfish
You get too old to have fun and be happy
Society doesn't like old folks
They care about young people and money
You can never get your youth back
You can't win or succeed
All you do is fail, fail, fail
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Author:
Drew Lewis (Pseudonym) (
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- Comment from author about the poem: I give up on trying to succeed in life. I have tried for over 25 years to make a name for myself in the art field. None of my attempts works. I fail at everything I do. I'm just a pathetic, 38-year-old man who lives in a small apartment, has a modest retail job, and is trying to get his voice heard in the harsh world of art and literature. I'm a loser. An old, talentless loser.
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I’m sorry you feel so critical towards yourself
You’ve tried .. prob isn’t your fault . Life can feel hard ..
Take care
Thank you. I really appreciate that.
Chin up Drew. I know I'm a total stranger but I'm always here to talk mate. Just send me a message. I'd love to see your artwork.
Sincerely - Syd
Thank you. That means a lot.
You're very welcome mate 👍
The younger generation upset that the boomers are using too much resources have proposed higher taxes on the old so that they will not be able to afford their houses and that these houses will be made more affordable to the young. A great write.
Twice as long here and realised lately that it is the art and not the audience that calls the shots, deep within the artist.
The outward validation can and does drown and it is an ongoing struggle to look within through the outside noise.
As yet El Dorado of art has not been found. And if it has, then it's kept under wraps and not has not been shared. 🙏🕊️
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