odes to paradise now on pause until further notice

Right on! Very wise words -

Hello Duke, I see that you are taking the time to write a well-versed sonnet. Yes, many poets often create idyllic verses about Eden or the wish thereof. I always think about what the responsibility is for every writer, poet, or prose writer. I suppose it is the ability to find a message that is motivating and/or cathartic. Some like yourself are really gifted at addressing social injustices and fight against oppression. Other's want to see the joy and beauty in life such as family, friends, nature etc... Some, like me, want to elucidate, educate, and make people think more deeply about their lives and the meaning of what a life worth living is about. I was happy to find your sonnet and see the wisdom it displays. Autumn Blessings, My Friend, Daniel

Is Eden or paradise depicted in poetry as a place of serenity, a place of eternal passion, peace and pleasurable images brought to mind. But is this perhaps too much of a fantasia description and oh, perhaps a couple of blondes from Sweden thrown in. Eden In our minds is merely an extravagant reality, can it be compared to the harsh and real realty of this world. This world is crippled with drugs and run by the deviant and wealthy who only seek greed and power, a far cry from Eden. A very clever write worthy of much debate, Blessings Jennifer.

Dear Duke This amazing poem tackles the dichotomy of beauty and prosperity, juxtaposing idealistic images of paradise with a harsher reality defined by injustice and moral deterioration. It considers the role of poets and poetry in addressing social challenges, arguing that while poetry may be beautiful, it also has a responsibility to tackle the harsh realities of the world. The poem has strong imagery, particularly in terms such as "paradise of green garden shade" and "shining wonders." This results in a lovely scene evocative of Eden.

A well written sonnet Duke it's going to be a bumpy four years I fear. Tom

paradise only seems to shine in the minds of those paying tribute to conspicuous consumption once deemed vulgar. It is now worshiped unabashedly. The Sonnet form suits you dear poet.

A paradise lost and the universe needs to be set right. Not seeing that happening any time soon. Great line about the iambic footmen. Now, aren't you glad you posted your Sonnets?

- There are probably many beautiful blondes in Sweden ... :))) - (not exactly a "rich" country, not like Eden at all) - But your lines go a little deeper at the end, Duke :) - hugs

Dear duke; so nice to see you write a sonnet and one that flows with brilliant diction and word pairings that stand out! I love your mention of sweden there, clever and unexpected! I love sweden. And so much depth in this poem and i think we as poets can express in any form with rhymes in retrograde too as long as we feel relieved! That was a very clever line! And the ending is truly powerful! I especially love the line “ mad words drafted with reluctant penl “ font farewell“ so creative