I think that's a common fear—but sadly it's so unnecessary. We're all total messes. Modern life has advanced far faster than our humanity and we're all just struggling to keep up. I wish more folks would give themselves more of a break.
Wonderfully rendered here, by the way; I love the economy of language in the lines and how you brought the ideas together.
Thank you, James! I tried to write it to a melody that was in my head -- that was interesting to try. All in all, this one came together relatively quickly.
Good point about people and modernity. You have some great poems about this type of subject, btw -- I remember you referring to a smart phone as a "trinket" at some point. My own perspective is that I feel that people neglect the inner half of our existence too much. There's a whole half of life that many people tend to ignore. That is, in part, something I try to bring attention to with this series.
Especially today, when it’s never been easier to distract ourselves from our inner lives. Bringing attention back to that is definitely a worthwhile endeavor—it’s part of what I love about your project! What each part reveals is always enlightening.
Thanks, Jonas! Now that you say it, the poem does start with "love" and end with "thanks," just like the intro/outro. I never noticed that. It's funny how these things happen. :)
This person gave a deep explanation of why their family was their greatest love in life.
To that, they added: “My greatest fear is everyone finding out what a total mess I truly am.”
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I think our inner child is always with us in anything we do.
It can be easy to forget, especially among all the responsibilities of adult life.
We may want to be in control, but it doesn’t always work that way.
While what we may be after is control, all that inner child wants is love…
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Have a great day!
- Hasse
Great interpretation as always, Hasse!
I think that's a common fear—but sadly it's so unnecessary. We're all total messes. Modern life has advanced far faster than our humanity and we're all just struggling to keep up. I wish more folks would give themselves more of a break.
Wonderfully rendered here, by the way; I love the economy of language in the lines and how you brought the ideas together.
Thank you, James! I tried to write it to a melody that was in my head -- that was interesting to try. All in all, this one came together relatively quickly.
Good point about people and modernity. You have some great poems about this type of subject, btw -- I remember you referring to a smart phone as a "trinket" at some point. My own perspective is that I feel that people neglect the inner half of our existence too much. There's a whole half of life that many people tend to ignore. That is, in part, something I try to bring attention to with this series.
Especially today, when it’s never been easier to distract ourselves from our inner lives. Bringing attention back to that is definitely a worthwhile endeavor—it’s part of what I love about your project! What each part reveals is always enlightening.
Well, I always really appreciate your readership, feedback and the general chit-chat! That's for sure.
Oh, intimate and soft…. Reminded me of this beautiful choir song — https://youtu.be/TL7HkwnzENo?si=lRTaboYRCLiM08KA
Wow, that was beautiful. Thanks for sharing! ...and the comparison.
This one goes so well with the ”thank you to the human spirit” intro and outro. And it’s so sweet :- )
Thanks, Jonas! Now that you say it, the poem does start with "love" and end with "thanks," just like the intro/outro. I never noticed that. It's funny how these things happen. :)