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If Poets Ruled the World

IF POETS RULED THE WORLD If poets ruled the world laws would be written with panache and... oh yes, compassion; civil liberty in fashion. Carpetbaggers fold up your tents and cash in. Poets. like mothers, would never send their brothers to war. Poets don’t have voices that sound like guns, words can bite, incite, but history is made by men who fight not for wrong or right but might. If poets ruled the world every city block would have a park for birds and dogs alike, with a path for bikes and soft ice cream. Trees would be everywhere, cars even fewer. The whole damn system flushed down the sewer if only poets were the rulers. If the world by poets was ruled hunger would feed on the deeds of honest men, perhaps not Zen but a blend of now and then, form and function. Tear down the walls of corruption in government, make way for equanimity, grace of femininity. So let it be known and forever shown that poets should rule the world. Dec 21/18 NOTE: This style is one I developed and is called a SCIRPO which is Italian for weave or twist. It is characterized by a rhyme scheme that wraps around itself in no particular order. Also, each stanza adds another line moving from 5 to 6 to 7 to 8 lines and so on

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Elaine Perrin

Date: 10/10/2019 8:05:00 AM

You’ve got my vote! I adore this new style you have developed, well done Phil :-) x

Swetha Vangaveti

Date: 2/3/2019 11:31:00 AM

Wow!!! What an amazing place the world would become if poets are its rulers!!! And I really liked the style. I wanna try one in SCIRPO .. :)

Phil Capitano
Date: 2/3/2019 11:48:00 AM

Thanks Swetha, I have another scirpo to solidify the style; its called "Every Ounce A Man". I appreciate the visit.

Sand Blown

Date: 2/2/2019 9:18:00 AM

opposition leaders never say 'hey, that's a good idea, how can we help'... cooperation remains almost nil

Phil Capitano
Date: 2/3/2019 7:13:00 AM

Its like they're paid to be difficult, not to be there for the people and work at solving problems. Thanks for stopping by.

Andrew Fairchild

Date: 1/31/2019 7:48:00 AM

Bravo! As Shakespeare said, 'First thing, let's kill all the Lawyers!' Sure seems like the world would be a nicer place, doesn't it?

Phil Capitano
Date: 2/1/2019 7:11:00 AM

So right, Andrew, any group of people capable of compassion and empathy would be a big improvement. Thanks for stopping by and commenting.

Susan Jeavons

Date: 1/18/2019 2:48:00 PM

Hi Phil, I really enjoyed your style. I think it would be great if poets ruled the world! Maybe we could actually find peace then.

Phil Capitano
Date: 1/19/2019 4:02:00 AM

That would certainly be my wish; thanks Susan for stopping by and commenting. Have a great day.

Freddie Robinson Jr.

Date: 1/15/2019 1:18:00 PM

Simply adore this poem, Phil! I share this poem's sentiments wholeheartedly. Love this Scirpo style too. Ty for spreading the holiday cheers w/this beaut of a poem. Your pen snow sparkles pristine ink. Stellar write, my dear friend. Love and best wishes for the New Year.

Phil Capitano
Date: 1/16/2019 7:08:00 AM

You're a prince among men, my friend, thank you for showing your love and support, it is greatly appreciated. I read "Cosmic Fireworks" and loved it and now that title has sparked something in me...stay tuned, lol.

Freddie Robinson Jr.
Date: 1/15/2019 1:20:00 PM

Btw ... I posted a poem today which was inspired by you. It's called, "Cosmic Fireworks." I gave a shout out tribute to you of course. Love and peace always.

Faraz Ajmal

Date: 1/9/2019 12:26:00 PM

Such a wonderful poem this is, I imagine many lovely pictures while reading this poem, but only if poets ruled the world, and unfortunately such a thing is not going to happen, I am sorry for the late reply and I must say that I really enjoyed reading it, good luck my friend and have a really nice day

Phil Capitano
Date: 1/10/2019 7:24:00 AM

I appreciate your comment and you're probably right, it will never happen but one can hope. Have a great day my friend.

Darlene De Beaulieu

Date: 1/9/2019 11:14:00 AM

Hello Phil, I like this style. Yes i do agree , I think that poets should rule the world. Oh why not? A good idea. have a nice day my friend.

Phil Capitano
Date: 1/10/2019 7:22:00 AM

Yes, a bit optimistic of our powers but hopeful that respect, understanding and compassion come with the territory. Thanks for visiting my little roadshow. :)

Pashang Salehi

Date: 1/2/2019 8:09:00 PM

Very nicely done... I like your Scirpo...

Phil Capitano
Date: 1/3/2019 7:24:00 AM

Thanks Pashang for stopping by and commenting. :)

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 1/2/2019 12:02:00 PM

Phil, I love your form and your poem! There is too much greed for a poet to succeed in politics. Splendidly said! Have a wonderful new year my friend! : ) xxoo

Mystic Rose Rose

Date: 1/2/2019 11:16:00 AM

A really good form Phil, and yes if poets had their way, we'd live in a semi - paradise, wouldn't we, Happy New Year to you too dear poet.

Nette Onclaud

Date: 1/2/2019 7:51:00 AM

creative as a poet's flair... enjoyed this style and your personal view of our word-masters, phil... fine job!...huggs

John Hamilton

Date: 12/31/2018 8:55:00 PM

Very interesting style of writing Phil, nice to see you back, enjoyed very much. Poets...we seem to have some of the answers but really there's only one....who has them all! See you next year, keep em coming!

Phil Capitano
Date: 1/1/2019 8:15:00 AM

Thanks John, hope all is well in your world and the new year brings you nothing but prosperity. Namaste, my friend.

Heidi Sands

Date: 12/30/2018 7:28:00 AM

Wow Phil. I am so glad I was led to this. I love it and it is a favorite! Very creative and so many good lines :)

James Horn

Date: 12/28/2018 8:42:00 AM

A pixie post we love the most who has been a perfect host.

Matthew Anish

Date: 12/25/2018 12:11:00 PM

There have been American politicians who wrote verse. Abe Lincoln and Eugene McCarthy come to mind. Sometimes you should take sides. Anyway, you have wrtitten a stimluating poem which I shall noe re - read Peace & Blessings Matthew Anish

Phil Capitano
Date: 12/25/2018 12:16:00 PM

Thanks brother, same to you.

Paul Callus

Date: 12/24/2018 2:15:00 PM

When is the next world election, Phil?:) You will certainly get my vote! Unfortunately poets are too good to be voted in. Our Utopia will have to wait:( Regards // paul

Sara Kendrick

Date: 12/24/2018 11:22:00 AM

Well, the time will come when there will be a ruler who will deliver justice but until then we are stuck with so many different kinds of governments and rulers until only God can figure it out. Thanks for the visit to my page. Sara

Mystic Rose Rose

Date: 12/23/2018 6:08:00 AM

enjoyed your poem this morning, Merry Christmas Phil

Phil Capitano
Date: 12/24/2018 7:46:00 AM

Thanks Pixie Dust for sprinkling your sunshine onto my new day. Have a wonderful holiday season.

Good One The

Date: 12/23/2018 5:56:00 AM

Interesting style and well penned.

Phil Capitano
Date: 12/24/2018 7:45:00 AM

I appreciate your interest. Enjoy the holidays.

Constance La France

Date: 12/21/2018 8:04:00 AM

Phil, I loved the words of your poem, very meaningful and I loved the creation of your poem Scirpo, I must try it. It would make a great contest too, well done ~

Phil Capitano
Date: 12/23/2018 4:50:00 AM

Thanks for stopping by and commenting. Have a great day. :)

Vijay Pandit

Date: 12/21/2018 7:28:00 AM

I enjoyed reading this poem..it gets better and better with each stanza.. words of care and wisdom..well written, Phil.

Phil Capitano
Date: 12/21/2018 7:34:00 AM

Thanks Vijay, I've been holding onto this poem for a while now and thought this was the time to trot it out; politics is just too partisan to get things done and my frustration has boiled over. Namaste.