Dennis Spilchuk Poet Prose Poetry

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An Orwellian Explanation

An Orwellian Explanation

Orwellian in nature, data-collecting agencies are necessary.
They keep adding information to the files created at someone’s request.
Everything gathered is retrieved, analyzed, and assessed,
so there’s no need for alarm. Live your lives as you see fit,
and maybe, at worst, a minor infraction discovery occurrence
and a penalty imposed—nothing unbearable: “a small price for forgiveness.”

Focus on the big picture, and be rest assured, there is purpose without flagrancy.
After all, we seek the same things: peace, prosperity, health, and a clear conscience.
And when glitches are found, they are expeditiously corrected by the agencies.
So always remember, information is vital. Continue to be an obligatory participant.
Exercise discipline for yourselves and the children. You are a generation of promise.
Individual sacrifice is honoured for the greater and common good of the entirety.

   “Where shallow waters flow, there, I cross with many.
   I journey as far as I’m living; faith will do the rest.”

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