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Brain Painting - Albert Einstein by Art

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The only genius I ever met was me
Why is it so hard for others not to see?
I try so hard to teach everything I know
And all I hear from folks is where to go

It's my cross to bear, this brain of mine
Such inherent brilliance, I can't confine
This glimmering light shines to all inanity
To bring hope for this plenary of insanity

Everyone should listen, and listen well
Because there's no place for me in hell
All the souls, you see, that made it there
Didn't heed the virtuosity I tried to share

It's a plague, this scintillating mind I wield 
Oh, but if such lucidity were left unrevealed 
The consequences of such a horrid travesty
Would for you to be just another casualty
Copyright © | Year Posted 2020

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Rigoler Avatar
August 30, 2020 at 1:37 PM
Charlie, I love your tongue in cheek humor in this one. It's a major inclusion in my humorous poems. Happy to see you back posting. Best to you. / Maurice
Zahid Avatar
April 14, 2020 at 2:43 PM
Are you alright Charlie?? Haven't heard from you for long. I hope you are fine.
Smith Avatar
September 1, 2020 at 6:27 AM
Doing well, thanks for asking Paghunda...
Zahid Avatar
April 14, 2020 at 2:17 AM
Haha wow you must have enjoyed a lot while writing this poem...
Smith Avatar
September 1, 2020 at 6:27 AM
I did, thanks Paghunda...
Neumann Avatar
April 8, 2020 at 5:16 AM
The plague of a scintillating mind indeed. Kind wishes, Kai
Smith Avatar
April 8, 2020 at 4:20 PM
Thank you Kai...
DiMino Avatar
April 7, 2020 at 7:31 PM
Humor is the height of Genus. You are hilariously brilliant my friend. The world could indeed learn from you. Blessings!
Smith Avatar
April 8, 2020 at 4:13 PM
Thank you Joe...
Zola-Zaba Avatar
April 7, 2020 at 6:10 PM
hehe jocularity at its best and very creative. It was delightful to read.
Smith Avatar
April 8, 2020 at 4:13 PM
Thank you Rercy..
Dietrich Avatar
April 4, 2020 at 8:04 PM
Looks like you had a lot of fun with this one, my friend. Enjoyed the cartoon too.
Smith Avatar
April 5, 2020 at 1:27 PM
Thanks Andrea...
Lamoureux Avatar
April 4, 2020 at 5:11 PM
This brought a smile. I also like your accompanying cartoon.
Smith Avatar
April 5, 2020 at 1:26 PM
I'm glad Richard, thanks...
Trifiatis Avatar
April 4, 2020 at 4:59 PM
Extremely witty and entertaining writing .It was a pleasure to read . Certainly a writing like this would place you next to ...Albert dear , Charlie! Lots of fun! Thank you!
Smith Avatar
April 5, 2020 at 1:25 PM
Thank you Demetrios...
Y. Avatar
April 4, 2020 at 2:29 PM
WoW! Charlie, I agree with the others, this is so clever and creative. I concur you are a genius! Have a wonderful weekend:-) Alexis
Smith Avatar
April 5, 2020 at 1:24 PM
Thank you Alexis...
Lane Avatar
April 4, 2020 at 1:38 PM
He looks so much like the real Charlie W. Smith. There's a brilliance that surrounds you...oh wait. It's that light bulb hanging over your head! Nice vocab used, Mr. C.
Smith Avatar
April 4, 2020 at 2:12 PM
That’s my senior prom picture. Thanks for your help Lin...
Wolf Avatar
April 3, 2020 at 3:21 PM
Hahaha! Einstein is rightly jealous! Keep the humor flowing, Charlie! :) gw
Smith Avatar
April 4, 2020 at 9:25 AM
Thanks Gershon, hope you enjoyed it...
De Beaulieu Avatar
April 2, 2020 at 2:55 PM
Hello Charlie Smith, I enjoy ed this poem. I would sit down with you, and listen to what is being said. Then when i had my fill I would say i have to leave and be on my way. Enjoyed this poem. Stay healthy, be strong, stay safe. Enjoy your evening my friend.
De Beaulieu Avatar
April 3, 2020 at 7:19 PM
Hello Charlie Smith, you are welcome. Enjoy your evening my friend.
Smith Avatar
April 3, 2020 at 11:49 AM
Thank You Darleen...
Proxenos Avatar
April 2, 2020 at 8:33 AM
A very clever, creative, fun write Charlie, it is said, (saw a documentary recently) that creative people (which includes, poets and artists) are all a little crazy - so you have plenty of us to keep you company! You are a genius, whose brilliance does not go unnoticed! Blessings, Jennifer. Jennifer
Smith Avatar
April 2, 2020 at 12:38 PM
You are too kind Jennifer, thank you...
Mcdaid Avatar
April 2, 2020 at 5:41 AM
i can see the light in your words beautifully painted piece charlie wishing you a blessed week
Smith Avatar
April 2, 2020 at 12:38 PM
Thank you Liam...
Horsman Avatar
April 1, 2020 at 11:04 PM
I think i'll join you charlie, in this weird world. Or should i say i already have...Amazing poetry here, a poem of insecurity, shows the master behind the pen...
Smith Avatar
April 2, 2020 at 12:37 PM
Thank you Harry...
Warrior Avatar
April 1, 2020 at 7:52 PM
A genius at work...you put the I in Einstein lol...great peace Charlie...stay safe my friend...the Wingster :o)
Smith Avatar
April 2, 2020 at 12:37 PM
Thank you Wingster...
May Avatar
April 1, 2020 at 6:46 PM
Brilliant mind with great creativity, even brings us the theory of relativity, Very nicely done Charlie..
Smith Avatar
April 2, 2020 at 12:36 PM
Thank You Joseph...
Romios Avatar
April 1, 2020 at 3:54 PM
Totally enjoyable.... Panagiota xx
Smith Avatar
April 1, 2020 at 4:07 PM
Thank you Panagiota...
Riabi Dziri Avatar
April 1, 2020 at 3:21 PM
A so amazing poetry, Charlie! An original piece of Art that offers the reader dimensions of beauty, depth and sweet enjoyment! A poetry of unique flair! And a great delight to read.. thank you so much for sharing! Best regards and blessings.
Smith Avatar
April 1, 2020 at 4:08 PM
You are too kind, thank you Besma...
Michael Avatar
April 1, 2020 at 10:01 AM
That's generous of Albert...we would be in a big mess if it weren't for some of these brilliant minds on the planet... I like the way you delivered it...
Smith Avatar
April 1, 2020 at 12:47 PM
It was just for giggles Arturo, thank you...
Raven Avatar
April 1, 2020 at 9:09 AM
Hi Charlie, Love the fun content of a truly wonderful write. This write pulls in the reader from beginning to end. Notice, well given, Charlie. Have a wonderful Wednesday. Your friend always....Mike.
Smith Avatar
April 1, 2020 at 12:43 PM
Thanks Mike, Hope it gave you a laugh. We could all use a reason to smile...
Pandit Avatar
April 1, 2020 at 7:06 AM
Notice well received, Charlie-- genius people are always ahead of the mankind--it takes time for others to see the light.
Smith Avatar
April 1, 2020 at 12:37 PM
Thanks Vijay, I wish I were...
Deo Avatar
April 1, 2020 at 3:49 AM
wonderful treat (FOOD FOR THOUGHT and soul) as we deal with Covid-19, and shutdowns. Did they tell you to "shut up" or "Shut down" or "Get out of here to Heaven"? shalom shalom Captain Charlie
Smith Avatar
April 1, 2020 at 12:34 PM
Thanks Anil, It was just a little fun exercise...
Naeemahmad  Avatar
April 1, 2020 at 2:35 AM
Really captivating
Smith Avatar
April 1, 2020 at 12:32 PM
Thank you Abdurraheem...
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