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My Environs

My environs, filled with sirens, Rarely seems serene. Add some snow plows to the mix And picture what I mean. Yes, it’s gritty in the city But, in years gone by, There was vibrancy as well, A permanent supply. Now the flavor I’d once savor Packed its bags and left, While we who stayed just hear the noise And shake our heads, bereft.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2021




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Date: 2/26/2021 12:46:00 AM
I imagine it is sadly the truth; no one on the street these days!
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Date: 2/21/2021 7:46:00 AM
Welcome to my neighborhood, Ilene! And it's far worse in summer when my quiet town is inundated with tourists and the night life takes on the surreal images of a canvas by Hieronymous Bosch! I related nicely to your poem. / Maurice
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Date: 2/19/2021 2:48:00 PM
When you see the dark side of any major city, the glamorous attractions quickly fade away. I got that feeling when I was in Honolulu looking at homeless people living in the street.
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Date: 2/20/2021 10:17:00 AM
There are thousands with many cities sending their homeless to Honolulu, where it is warm in winter! Aloha! Rico
Date: 2/19/2021 12:26:00 PM
Someone was just telling me the same thing about near-downtown Chicago. There used to ge a vibe. Now, just the sounds of police alarms and fire engines. Positively spooky. Who wants to go downtown anymore in such environs? :) gw
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Date: 2/19/2021 10:35:00 AM
A major reason for supporting electric vehicles in cities! Aloha! Rico
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Date: 2/18/2021 10:15:00 PM
"Yes, it’s gritty in the city But, in years gone by, There was vibrancy as well," This is such a sorry little tale, for everything is surreal and abnormal now.
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Date: 2/18/2021 9:30:00 PM
They should be zoning for green space and they don't. We need buffers to keep our souls from hearing each other. LOL Trevor
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Date: 2/18/2021 11:49:00 AM
- I hear your poem ... too much noise for my ears :) - I've never lived in a city ... I love the sound of birdsong and rolling waves, Ilene :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
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