Miltonic Poem - Cycles

To break the cycles of dependency
webs that entrap the soul, whether it be
drug related or alcoholic spree
Law rules, though blatant is the tendency
for stopping ears of rationality
of wise men, when those in ignorance flee
Marketable gains stir greeds avid glee
in gaining control of humanity
Recreational scene, a conjuror's trick
of a white rabbit out of a top hat
Applause, again, again, do it again
Then who will make the conjuror's wand flick
So, everyone, wants to do just that
Alcohol, drugs, how, why, is there no shame.



Date: 16/4/14
Copyright © | Year Posted 2014

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Johnson Avatar
May 14, 2014 at 12:09 AM
congratulations Theresa. A very timely piece. Love, Joyce
Stephens Avatar
May 14, 2014 at 8:05 AM
Hi Joyce, So kind of you to send your very welcome comments. Thank you, Theresa xx
Jerden Avatar
May 13, 2014 at 7:38 PM
Congratulations, Theresa! Cheers, Roy
Stephens Avatar
May 14, 2014 at 8:07 AM
Hi Roy, So pleased you read this poem and for your support. All the best Theresa xx
Gibson Avatar
May 13, 2014 at 3:15 PM
Congratulations! A topic that needs to be addressed and so desperately needs an answer.
Stephens Avatar
May 13, 2014 at 3:33 PM
Hi, Thank you for reading and taking the time to make contact with your very kind comments. Regards Theresa xx
Richards Avatar
May 13, 2014 at 2:48 PM
Such a timely subject and beautifully approached! Well done, Theresa! Congratulations!
Stephens Avatar
May 13, 2014 at 3:34 PM
Hi Carrie, Thank you for your very supportive comments which are most appreciated. All the best, Theresa xx
Kendrick Avatar
May 13, 2014 at 1:17 PM
Great topic about which to pen a winning poem..Way to go..Congrats..Sara
Stephens Avatar
May 13, 2014 at 1:31 PM
Hi Sara, Thank you for your contacting and I am very pleased to receive your lovely comment. Regards Theresa xx
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May 13, 2014 at 1:12 PM
THERESA, Congratulations:) in Craig's, "Miltonic Sonnet" contest... xox~ LINDA
Stephens Avatar
May 13, 2014 at 1:32 PM
Hi Linda, I appreciate your very kind comments. All the best to you, Theresa xx
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May 13, 2014 at 12:42 PM
It makes you wonder what the world is coming to...doesn't it? Wonderful Miltonic sonnet,Theresa. Lainie
Stephens Avatar
May 13, 2014 at 1:35 PM
Hi Elaine, So grateful to receive your support and thank you for reading my poem. Regards Theresa xx
Lee Avatar
May 13, 2014 at 9:56 AM
Nice visuals on this one! Great job, Theresa! Congratulations on your win!
Stephens Avatar
May 13, 2014 at 10:44 AM
Hi Lisa, Good of you to read and take the time to visit and send your lovely comments, many thanks. Regards Theresa xx
A. Sharma Avatar
May 13, 2014 at 9:31 AM
Wonderful write Theresa! U r right it's a vicious cycle that moves on n on unending !! Congrats really a great pen n a win !
Stephens Avatar
May 13, 2014 at 10:47 AM
Hi Dr. Upma, I am so delighted to receive such praiseworthy comments from you. Thank u so much. Regards Theresa xx
Callus Avatar
May 13, 2014 at 9:26 AM
Very good poem, Theresa! And it goes on...and on; could call it the wheel of shame where the spokes are many, including drugs, alcohol, etc. // congrats on a merited win. // paul
Stephens Avatar
May 13, 2014 at 10:49 AM
Hi Paul, Always good to receive your very supportive comments. Much appreciated. All the best Theresa xx
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April 28, 2014 at 6:51 PM
I meant social THEME!!! For his contest.
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April 28, 2014 at 6:50 PM
Let's STOP the MADNESS. sorry, that is what came into my mind reading the last few lines of this one. Good social poem!!
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April 18, 2014 at 2:51 PM
This is quite good I think. I going crazy trying to conquer this form. BG
Stephens Avatar
May 13, 2014 at 10:56 AM
Hi Barbara, Thank you for reading and sending your welcome comment. I too find all the various styles of poetry mind boggling at times. Regards Theresa xx
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