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Realism

I only rhyme things I can see, Facts irrefutably true Like the elves in the shade of a lollipop tree, And fairies of green and blue. To “civilization” I’m blind: Cities and factory smoke Are scenarios out of a lunatic’s mind, And “progress” and “peace” the last joke.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2010




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Date: 1/6/2010 4:26:00 PM
Good use of rhyme and imagery for a creative view. Your talent shines in this one. Thank you for sharing it with us. Karen
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Date: 1/5/2010 10:33:00 AM
Thank you for sharing your wonderful poetry with us today Steve. May your writing take you to new heights each and every day. Love, Carol
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