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You ask me why I live in cave Caveman not want to be a slave I take a chance and look around I see that people act like clown Your little ones you not take care You always running here and there You drop them off at crazy school No discipline when they break rule They spend their time in front of screen You wonder why they act so mean They don’t know sex or what is real By age of ten know how to kill Government tells you what to do You give up trying to be you Purpose of life, make more money Hate is growing it not funny I choose a life here in my cave Not make a choice to be a slave I took the chance to look around No way I’d choose to live in town

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Brian Sambourne

Date: 9/22/2023 8:34:00 PM

Lots of provocative ideas to ponder about here Bill. It is a off kilter world that devalues intimacy but sees + revers the power of the gun. Truly a thought provoking write. The caveman"s life has much appeal. Congratulations! Brian

Bill Baker
Date: 9/27/2023 9:25:00 PM

Sorry I missed this comment, Brian, I appreciate the visit and your comments. It just seems like life is not going in the right direction to me. Have a great week, my friend. Bill

Susan Ashley

Date: 8/10/2023 9:19:00 AM

Caveman filled with wisdom! Dear Bill, a great piece from a wonderful perspective. I imagine if a caveman was able to see the world the way it is today, that indeed, he'd choose to live in a cave! Your pen is both profound and creative! Warmest wishes my friend.. ~Susan

Bill Baker
Date: 8/10/2023 3:30:00 PM

So, pleasing to see your smiling face again, Susan. I hope life is treating you and yours well, my friend. Thank you for the visit and your kind comments on my poetry. Sometimes I feel out of touch with those kindred spirits of mine here at Poetry Soup. You are a blessing to my life, Susan. Write On! my friend. Bill

Tom Woody

Date: 8/3/2023 1:44:00 PM

Ha! Reminds me of the movie Nell and her muffled speech at the end. Hey, uh, got any craft beer in that there cave?

Bill Baker
Date: 8/3/2023 4:49:00 PM

Sure, come on over and we can water the squirrels fight over some hidden nuts. LOL I don't really remember the movie you mentioned, but thanks for the comment.

Linda Alice Fowler

Date: 8/2/2023 4:52:00 PM

Tarzan not like "civilization". Nice write my friend! :)

Bill Baker
Date: 8/2/2023 4:58:00 PM

Fun to write, Linda. Thanks for the visit and comment, my friend. Bill

Michael Tor

Date: 8/2/2023 11:00:00 AM

Love this Bill. So much truth in its meaning. I sometimes feel I want to seek shelter in a cave to get away from the travesty in our schools, and society in general. It surely is an upside down world and it is getting worst. Thank you my friend for posting and love your truth and theme iin thiis one. Maybe the caveman had right all the time lol...

Bill Baker
Date: 8/2/2023 5:04:00 PM

I've thoughts about that many time, Michael. Just how evolved is our society? Have we built a more humane society? Are we more caring than previous generations? Are we more tolerant of others? Maybe we aren't quite as evolved as we think we are. Thanks for the visit and comment, my friend. Have a pleasant week! Bill

Gary Radice

Date: 7/31/2023 3:27:00 AM

The problem as I see it today is that children are now taught WHAT to think and not HOW to think. Much food for thought in your poem Bill. Cheers - Gary

Bill Baker
Date: 7/31/2023 7:00:00 AM

Thanks for the visit and comment, Gary. Even while I was still teaching, I've always thought that teaching how to learn and personal responsibility were two of the most important things a teacher can teach. If student know how to learn / study, reading becomes an open window to knowledge and understanding. Have a great week! Cheers, Bill

Sotto Poet

Date: 7/30/2023 12:02:00 PM

Bill, an excellent poem, my dear friend. Indeed, it appears that a significant number of parents are permitting their children to develop and wind up establishing their own immature rules regarding life and other topics. As parents, it is our responsibility to guide our children till they reach the age of maturity.

Bill Baker
Date: 7/30/2023 12:34:00 PM

I agree, my friend. Most children need discipline and guidance, at least while they're still in school. Thanks for the visit and comment. Have a pleasant week! Bill

Robert Lindley

Date: 7/28/2023 5:00:00 PM

Great poem my good friend. Yes, seems too many are letting their kids grow up making their own childish rules about life etc. We as parents must give guidance until the child is mature, is grown. Try to see to it that they are humane, kind and morally sound. God bless.

Robert Lindley
Date: 7/29/2023 5:15:00 AM

My good friend, I am sure your kids are just fine. As you made sure that they were.

Bill Baker
Date: 7/28/2023 5:27:00 PM

I agree, Robert. I'd hate to imagine how my kids' lives would be, if not for the guidance we gave them as they grew up and matured. Thanks for the comment, my friend. Bill

Sara Kendrick

Date: 7/27/2023 7:48:00 AM

Sad situation in some places in the world and the rotten core is slowly but surely etching out a little farther every year. If only a cave would solve the problem. Thanks for sharing this creative one. Sara

Bill Baker
Date: 7/27/2023 4:54:00 PM

Thanks for the visit and comment, Sara. We may being living in caves to survive if something big doesn't happen to change the path the world seems to be on. Smiles ~ Blessings Bill

Joanna Daniel

Date: 7/27/2023 2:26:00 AM

Brilliant thoughts here, Bill, living in a cave sounds more pleasing by the day:) kudos for the language:)

Bill Baker
Date: 7/27/2023 4:52:00 PM

Smiling for your comment, Jo. Thanks for the visit. Have a pleasant week! Bill

Lisa Ricci

Date: 7/26/2023 6:58:00 PM

Hello Bill. Wow. This is profound and well thought out. You were creative and clever with voice and tone not to mention theme. You definitely leave a message with pause. I for one live in my own world too because the world is upside down and inside out. Thank you for sharing your writing talent. Have a wonderful night. Blessings always (smile)

Bill Baker
Date: 7/26/2023 7:30:00 PM

Thanks for the visit and comments, my Queen of Smiles! I'm a bit of a loner these days. It's a mess out there. Have a pleasant week, Lisa. Smiles ~ Blessings Bill

The Situation

Date: 7/26/2023 5:33:00 PM

Don try to use it. Jonny.

Bill Baker
Date: 7/26/2023 7:24:00 PM

Okay, thanks, Bill

The Situation

Date: 7/26/2023 9:51:00 AM

The Metophorical throughs us for a loop when you read it the third time. Then you see the whole picture of how it should be read. This time, I saw the picture and agree with it 100%. What is "caveman" just plainly it is old fashoned. i forgot what I wrote before but this is the one that fits.

Bill Baker
Date: 7/26/2023 9:56:00 AM

Thanks for a second read, TS. Have a great week! Things can look quite different the second time around. Bill

Deb M

Date: 7/26/2023 6:06:00 AM

Clever Caveman….love this Bil!! Debx

Bill Baker
Date: 7/26/2023 8:24:00 AM

Thanks for the visit and comment, Deb, my Aussie buddy. Hugs, Bill

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 7/25/2023 7:11:00 PM

very very cool. A FAVE

Bill Baker
Date: 7/25/2023 7:48:00 PM

Thanks for the FAV, Andrea. It was a fun write. :-) Have a fun week, my friend. Bill

David Kavanagh

Date: 7/25/2023 8:48:00 AM

The clipped back caveman language works really well here Bill, makes the underlying message more obvious and relevant in our modern world, sometimes it’s best to use basic words, when dealing with a base society, well written, cheers David

Bill Baker
Date: 7/25/2023 4:06:00 PM

Smiling, I agree David. Just getting a few observations out there, through humor. Have a great week, my friend. Cheers, Bill

Joseph May

Date: 7/25/2023 6:09:00 AM

Caveman speaks truth, Very nicely penned Bill

Bill Baker
Date: 7/25/2023 4:05:00 PM

Me like caveman. LOL A fun one to write, Joseph. Have a great week, my friend. Bill

Gershon Wolf

Date: 7/24/2023 7:50:00 PM

Caveman make good sense. Me join him soon. ~ Dave (go 2 Cave)

Bill Baker
Date: 7/25/2023 4:04:00 PM

Got some fun responses to this one. Thanks for the comments, gw. Have a great week, my friend! Bill

David Fisher

Date: 7/24/2023 5:02:00 PM

Such a well thought out poem, Bill. Enjoyed it's pace and story. I think it's awesome, but a true caveman probably wouldn't use that word.

Bill Baker
Date: 7/25/2023 4:02:00 PM

True but didn't want to go to gibberish. :-) modern caveman. LOL Thanks for the comment, David. Have a great week! Bill

Brandy Nicole

Date: 7/23/2023 5:23:00 PM

Smart man, indeed ! I know we can't all live in caves- stay sheltered from the world, but; it sure would be a better place to live. Your words hold such a powerful message. This is so beautifully written and presented. I wish to place this in my favorites, to read again and again. My best to you, my dear sweet friend. Hugs, Brandy

Bill Baker
Date: 7/23/2023 7:41:00 PM

Awwwwwe thank you, Brandy. You are so kind to me, a FAV and everything. Thanks for the comment. Hugs, Bill

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 7/23/2023 1:05:00 PM

The caveman is quite wise deciding to live away from the insanity that has become the 'world.' The illusion is of no interest to him. He's strong and craves being in his own cave with his own choices. Smartly written, my hubby! Sara Etgen-Baker

Bill Baker
Date: 7/23/2023 1:07:00 PM

Thank you, my Eastside writing bear, Your comments are always a comfort to me. Love, Bill

Bj Legros Kelley

Date: 7/23/2023 12:51:00 AM

Wow, I can relate. Wisdom from the cave and society caves to what appears to be madness these days. I think a nice roomy cave sounds nice about now :)

Bill Baker
Date: 7/23/2023 9:00:00 AM

Smiling he say, I like the way you think, BJ. Thanks for the visit and comment, my friend. Have a pleasant week! Bill

Valsa George

Date: 7/22/2023 9:56:00 PM

Urban life has its artificialities and fake show of civility and culture. It is always preferable to stay away from the crowd and live a simple life, be it in a cave. I can feel your resentment in leading a life amid the 'sick hurry' and din and bustle of a city. Loved reading your poem and understanding your preferences.

Bill Baker
Date: 7/23/2023 8:59:00 AM

I agree, Valsa. It seems that when masses of people are doing something, the driving fore behind it isn't Love. As I age, the fellowship of small groups are more meaningful to me than the masses. Thank you for the mindful comments and friendship, my dear friend. Bill

Judy Ball

Date: 7/22/2023 6:48:00 PM

Well said Bill. If I bring my hatchet, some fire wood and a blanket can I come too.

Bill Baker
Date: 7/22/2023 7:28:00 PM

Sure, the more the marrier. :-) Thanks for the fun comment, Judy. Have a great weekend. Bill

Beryl Edmonds

Date: 7/22/2023 5:31:00 PM

Your poem gives many reasons for living in a cave Bill, I’m sure there’s many would do the same now that the world is becoming insane. A fantastic poem friend… Belle

Bill Baker
Date: 7/22/2023 7:27:00 PM

I agree, Belle, thanks for the comment, my friend. Smiles ~ Blessings Bill