MEASURED REASON

Michael Edwards

 

MEASURED REASON

 

In depth of nights obscurity

the supernatural force asserts

a presence there unseen unheard

as might of incredulity

gives way to notions self-deceived

a victim of illusions call.

 

But in the searching light of day

and with the mind at last composed

the doubt that measured reason brings

receives the seed of logic sown

with wisdom now submission borne.

 

 

 

 

 

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  • Goldfinch60

    Super write Michael, the forces of light can always beat the power of darkness in our lives.

    • Michael Edwards

      Thanks Andy. The sketch done in St James Park brings back special memories for me, I was sitting on a bench doing the sketch when there was a flash of light over my shoulder,. I looked round to see a very embarrassed man standing there with camera in hand who promptly ran off. Clearly he wanted to photo the sketch without my knowing and didn't realise the flash was on. It gave me quite a smile.

      • Goldfinch60

        One of those magic moments we have in our lives - there are many of them.

      • orchidee

        A fine write and pic M. Got to go back to bed a while now though. This 'deep' stuff, this time of morning has given me a headache. Too much thinking by me, that's why! lol.
        Then again, working out 2+2 gives me headache sometimes. Is the answer 5?

        • Michael Edwards

          No, the answer is four but the trouble is there is more than one way of writing the number four and I don't know one which it is.

        • Drewp

          This is very clever and well composed. you have an extraordinary talent. I would love to see more of your artwork too. Beautiful.

          • Michael Edwards

            Thanks so much - I do appreciate your kind comments and a different painting or sketch each day. I've just been working on a series of monotype prints which I'll be posting for a few days as soon as I get them photoed.

          • Fay Slimm.

            Incredulity versus reason - -- interesting thoughts Michael on logic that becomes wisdom through being measured. Hhhmmm - Great stuff for a morning read.

            • Michael Edwards

              Thought it was time I posted something a tad heavier - thanks so much Fay.

            • myself and me

              It is kind of magic to me that the lines turned into sketch, and the colors turn the sketch into paint. Fine poem with deep thoughts.

              • Michael Edwards

                I love the magic of anything that\'s created. We each have our own style of writing and when I read the poems of others I think I couldn\'t write like that and that makes them magic to me. Does that make sense? Thanks m&m

              • Accidental Poet

                The man behind you who took the photograph just wanted to capture an artist in the process of creating a work of art. I understand your smile Michael.

                • Michael Edwards

                  I was quite amused at his embarrassment - and it gave me a great anecdote to relate when I give demonstrations.

                • Louis Gibbs

                  "The doubt that measured reason brings" to "A victim of illusions call' ... Nails it, Michael! If only more of that transpired in this world of blind followers! It could break the cycle of 'ancient transitions' referred to in my poem today. Great poem, my friend!

                  • Michael Edwards

                    Spot on Louis and thanks so much for commenting.

                  • orchidee

                    I'm all behind - something to rhyme with 'shun'? I'm still trying to think of something! heehee. Now come on Orchi, that was about a million poems ago!

                    • Michael Edwards

                      Bum? No, not quite right but it is 'all behind'. Keep thunking - it's all good fun - yeah- fun !!!

                    • Tony36

                      Well written and expressed

                    • FredPeyer

                      You are quite the intellectual here, Michael! I do love it. Want to be able to read it again, so into my favs it goes. You know, unfortunately, 'measured reason' seems to be in short supply in today's world. Just look at Washington!!!

                      • Michael Edwards

                        I love the idea of being an intellectual - yup not much measured reason about these days - thanks Fred

                      • Christina8

                        That's quite a nice sketch, Michael! As always, you composed a great poem to accompany your art. We are much more reasonable in the light.

                        • Michael Edwards

                          Things always seem better in the morning - odd that! Thank you Christina.



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