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Poetic Form: Free Verse
Inspired: 2023 December 30
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'Tis be the night like any, except, this year, the eve will fall on a Sunday. 'Twill be easier for the foxes to appear from their denizens. There'll be time enough for them to put away their shepherd crooks and their masques of necessity. We all have had in our lifetimes, and times before then, 'hints' and or more than that, of who the Almighty be. Just that some of us have room enough for their closets, as their spares are filled with skeletons. 'Je ne sais quoi,' "I don't know what." Who cares? They do. We, who do not wear masque, are reviled for our shameless ways to be seen by their kind. To carry on a despicable manner, in public, of all places. Whether it be on the streets, or in a tavern that is the setting of New Year's camaraderie, the accusations will fly undauntedly. We'd like to believe that they fear the Almighty--just as we do, hence, we are without a masque. Open are we to being, --just, knowing that arrows aim true. The archers have replaced their crooks. Now, that their arrows have flung, they will busy their closets, once again. We will be waiting for them--oh, no ... nothing like that, after all, this is a public space. Our doors, unlike the church that's down a piece, are open to all. Respective of their race, color, sexual orientation, proper age, and, of course, their faiths. Shortly, we will be expecting, --our friends--we never call them by that 'other' word, it's so cliche, and so un ... oh well, be top of the evening, 'twill end a Sinday.

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Date: 12/31/2023 4:15:00 PM
wow, this is a stunning poem about courage in the face of societal pressures. I appreciate the defiance undertones. Well said! Have a splendid evening, Sara
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Date: 12/31/2023 4:36:00 PM
It took a shine with you, as well, Sara. Delighted am I for this encourages a bolder step, my friend. Aloha, William
Date: 12/31/2023 2:17:00 PM
Well, I hope your Sunday doesn't end in a sin day. Thanks for sharing this one with us and for your visit to my page. Sara K
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Date: 12/31/2023 4:33:00 PM
Long before my Uni days, liquor and I never took. Yes, enjoy the remnants as we are at the time end of the donkey States, my friend. Aloha, William
Date: 12/31/2023 5:18:00 AM
I am in awe of your versatility as a poet. poem serves as a commentary on societal norms, the pressure to conform, and the courage to remain authentic in the face of judgment. The use of metaphorical language, religious undertones, and a blend of defiance and inclusivity make for a thought-provoking exploration of identity and societal expectations...
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Date: 12/31/2023 8:40:00 AM
An uncle, a cousin to Mom, which made his presence to us, few and far in-between, is a known alcoholic, and knowing Mom's an Evangelical Pentecostalist pastor, was confrontational at a luau/party, saying "Jesus-crap" and stuff, she grabbed his hands, and said "I'm going to pray for you, JESUS ...", yes very loud and earshot of partiers/family. Intellect and upbringing = sensitivity/YIKES--Ok Aloha
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Date: 12/31/2023 8:27:00 AM
Shucks...didn't want to run down my 'Characters remaining' using the 500 counts above instead of typing in the reply box of 400 counts--the better way of gauging oneself. <--mouthy me, all of that just to add ... William

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