Frailty

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~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Frail is our humanity We put our stock In things that rust and languish, Things transient money bought. We amass to our disposal Comforts of great ease. We seek to serve our hunger, Satisfy our greed. The things that last, We toss away so fast. Soon we’ve lost, at highest cost, The care for one another.

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Paige Hind

Date: 5/9/2024 12:36:00 PM

Such a lot of wisdom- and so shameful and sad, the things you speak of, powerful writing

Valsa George

Date: 5/9/2024 1:48:00 AM

In our mad rush for hoarding possessions and amassing wealth and money, we throw into the wind, things which have lasting value. That's human nature. We often discard care of one another and qualities of the mind and heart and grow increasingly selfish. This is an indirect plea to place human relationships above other material considerations. A beautiful poem of great appeal.

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 5/9/2024 4:38:00 AM

Your words convey true insight and great wisdom, Valsa. I'm constantly reminded of how 'disposable' our society has become, focusing on fleeting things and being selfish. Therein lies the disconnect and discontentment I see--a discontentment that angrily places blame on others--another selfish act. What a vicious cycle! Anyway, I appreciate your comments and your visit. Have a splendid Thursday, hugs, Sara

Sotto Poet

Date: 5/8/2024 7:42:00 PM

Dear Sara, This is a beautiful poem on how relationships and care for others are more important than money and how quickly material things may be taken away. You put into words exactly what many people feel: a lack of fulfillment and meaning in life as a result of putting money and material things ahead of meaningful connections and compassion. The use of simple language, such as "frail," "rust," and "languish," in the poem accentuates its universal theme.

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 5/9/2024 4:35:00 AM

thanks kind Sotto for visiting and for sharing your insights about my poem and the vocabulary I used. I agree. I was hoping for universal appeal. Wishing you a pleasant day, your poetess friend in Texas, Sara