Out on a limb / On a Whim

Augustus

I'm out on a limb

That twists, rises and falls

Sways much with the wind

Narrows as I crawl.

 

Around It's trunk I grasp

For fear I may plummet

Hoping to end my tasks

'Fore the Ax men cometh

 

My Country is out on a Whim

That twists, rises, and falls

With crowds come thick and thin

With narrow minded scrawls.

 

On little with which to grasp

Morals and Values plummet.

Will the constitution last

Before the Yes Men cometh?

 

 

 

Augustus / Folsom, LA / January 2017

  • Author: Augustus (Pseudonym) (Offline Offline)
  • Published: January 25th, 2017 11:03
  • Comment from author about the poem: As I deal with my own concerns over death , the country has its own dying issues to deal with.
  • Category: Sociopolitical
  • Views: 113
  • User favorite of this poem: Michael Edwards.
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Comments8

  • janetaylor

    a metaphor laced with nuances of the ending coming.....both personally and also applicable to our country's impending (or so it seems) demise. a beautiful work of art here. the photo is perfect. thank you for sharing your art!

    • Augustus

      Thanks so much for your comment. Actually I have much faith in the country continuing, but the "end" does have emotional appeal.

    • rrodriguez

      Awesome, Augustus... this poem is a reflection of our nation. I enjoyed it very much and it made me think of our current social situation. We must do better.

      • Augustus

        Exactly, we are in too much turmoil.

      • Michael Edwards

        One of the best posted for some time - will add it my favourites.

        • Augustus

          Wow, Michael. That is an honor. Hugs.

        • WriteBeLight

          You have captured the feelings of a lot of people. I will continue to remain calm and carry on. 🙂 Thanks Augustus! I love the beautiful tree.

          • Augustus

            I'm hoping it reflects all sides. I don't want to be offensive. Thanks.

            • WriteBeLight

              Not at all. 🙂

            • Tony36

              Well written and expressed Great write

              • Augustus

                Thanks Tony.

                • Tony36

                  Welcome

                • P.H.Rose

                  Brilliant !!!!!
                  And I'm gonna
                  Say it again
                  Soooo bloody good..

                  • Augustus

                    I'm dripping. Love it. Thanks.

                  • Fay Slimm.

                    Such clever metaphors friend - a truly illuminating read.

                    • Augustus

                      From a Queen of metaphor I appreciate that. Thanks.

                    • Christina8

                      Extraordinary poem, Augustus! Beautiful picture to accent your poem. I will pray for you and our country. They've said it and now I'll say it---BRILLIANT! Christina

                      • Augustus

                        Christina, I love your response. I forget so often that in troubling times prayer is a rock to turn to. Thank you.



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