So It Seems

I stroll through the parks meandering paths,
By trees, statues, ponds, reminiscent of
A giant board game; challenges greeted,
Met on the roll of a dice – so it seems.

Beyond the railings, an effervescent 
City, bathed in evening sunlight. Take
In a different amusement; a game
To some, not so to others – so it seems.

Still further a country and then a world
Where billions wander like termites. Only
Bigger games and bigger stakes; this is not
Amusing to many, or – so it seems.

And farthest of all, imagination
Reaches. Roll the cosmic dice – so it seems.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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August 23, 2010 at 2:34 PM
Love the ending, enjoyed David,..p.d.
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August 21, 2010 at 7:03 PM
David, I believe the thrill of reading a poem is to take the time to try to understand it. Your poetry is deep yet very satisfying. I love the imagery you present in this poem...as it does indeed extend to the cosmos and beyond! Mahalo, Connie
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August 21, 2010 at 3:55 PM
You...beyond description! I had to concede defeat sometimes reading poems that's full of metaphor but yours just had something that made me read till the end ~.~
Sweetheart Avatar
August 21, 2010 at 3:06 PM
Very much full of imagery David.. u really draw the reader in with this one.. its captivating my friend.. enjoyed on my wedding day.. with luv..ciao..
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August 21, 2010 at 6:55 AM
Challenges,games,Life is a great monopoly,that is what it makes it dangerous,fearful,hopeful,beautiful and more. .I wish you a double six my dear friend and wonderful paths,Celene.
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August 20, 2010 at 11:18 PM
Smile ~ Roll the cosmic dice - or so it seems? ~ Very interesting poem within reflection and perhaps perspective I believe ~ Yet as You may or may not know my dear gifted friend, We both know that there are entities and realms here there and everwhere and I myself, have Never believed in chance but, Perfect Purposeful Design...."Excellent Poem David" ~ "Much Love to You & Yours Always," John! ~ Smile, "Have A Very Beautiful Day, Beyond The Dice & Warmed By Love;" Bye!:) ~
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August 20, 2010 at 6:31 PM
From the park to the city to the country and the world, you are on a cosmic introspective roll, David. Imagination takes us many places, but I think this write came from your heart. Hope nothing is troubling you. Very well written, my friend. Love, Carolyn
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