Saving Grace

SAVING GRACE

In the middle of the universe, I stand
Where it all revolves around man
Selling and consuming disastrous blends 
Burning the candle at both ends 
Neglecting duty, overriding beauty
This story of the ages, never told by sages
Who lived in the bell jar, with the fat cats in the big car
Where small minds, busied and blind 
Lost the human race
NO ONE’S SAVING GRACE!

2.4.15:  J. Polatnick
Submission:  In the Middle of the Universe, I stand

Copyright © | Year Posted 2015



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Date: 2/15/2015 11:13:00 AM
JEAN, Congratulations on your awesome win. ~Skat~
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Date: 2/10/2015 4:21:00 PM
Dear Jean, I'm new on this site. I think you have a great way of expressing yourself -- a truly poetic style, and there is so much truth in what you have to say. Arlene Binner
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Jean Omalley Polatnick
Date: 2/11/2015 1:56:00 PM
Welcome, Arlene! May you enjoy this space as much as I have, as I am fairly new around here, myself! I look forward to visiting your poetry. Thanks so much for your thoughts - the positive feedback is really very much appreciated!! :)
Date: 2/8/2015 9:41:00 AM
this jean truly very beautifully painted piece golden flowing pen
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Jean Omalley Polatnick
Date: 2/8/2015 10:37:00 AM
How nice of you to say. Thank you for your support and kindness! :)
Date: 2/7/2015 9:18:00 AM
This is one of the best I have read so far for the contest, well done!
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Jean Omalley Polatnick
Date: 2/7/2015 9:33:00 AM
THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!!!! 8D
Date: 2/5/2015 10:24:00 AM
The author skillfully brought the reader into the story and we felt comfortable, while entertaining deep thoughts spurred by the author's words. The rhythm worked well here, giving each line an emphases and strengthening the effect it had on the reader. Emile.
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Jean Omalley Polatnick
Date: 2/5/2015 11:15:00 AM
Thank you so much, Emile! :)
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