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A Message For Humanity

Masticate this thought for me, reader. Basic stories of characters with settings and plot. Occasional works of obscure fiction written in flamboyant diction. Maybe television shows or whatever media your mind chose. Why does life and fiction have similarities? We’ve apparently became parodies. Archetypes, tropes and plot devices according to our script. Except it seems the audience is all applause and standing ovation. Supposedly great ratings or bestseller. You haven’t heard our success? Well, you’re a bottom-dweller. Oh! You suggest a rewrite? A script change? You'll be written out that can be arranged. As Jaque said, “All the world’s a stage, and all the men and women merely players.” However, a rewrite can add layers. Yes, dear reader- You can be the writer! Evolve a scene to make it brighter! Sadly, ideas and influence are the base of your personality. Unjust is this reality but that’s the duality. Determine which truth is yours to follow. Even if it’s slightly hollow. Plot holes will continue to exist, because we can’t resist the perfect screenplay. The poet of this musing is in the same boat as you. He didn’t produce this particular piece. You pondered enough you can cease. There will be no riddle to guess. It’ll only become a mess, you’ll be stupefied by the stress. I used him as a medium to establish a connection; a ploy of deception call it misdirection. I am Death! I’ve been around for centuries, I’ve guided many souls to the afterlife. The past is behind… The present is set… The future is unclear… The end is nigh… Remember: Your health will deplete or an event will happen down the line- Never forget that your soul is always mine!

Copyright © | Year Posted 2015




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Date: 1/3/2015 3:28:00 AM
Hi Ty...love the twist in the 3rd stanza...sounds like you were REALLY possess...nicely written from the beginning with a strong message and chilling reminder in the conclusion...all the best for 2015...rgds, 7habang
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Ty Townsend
Date: 1/3/2015 1:30:00 PM
Thanks, Thabang! I was going for that vibe of different force behind the poem. Best 2015 to you as well!

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