Sphinx

SPHINX

“What’s it all about? –
Existence    variety
What’s the mystery
Humans    eagles    reptiles    fish?”
“Easy    It’s all about life”
Copyright © | Year Posted 2011

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July 7, 2011 at 9:04 AM
What's the mystery indeed. I think we are. Good job my friend. God Bless, JB
Kendrick Avatar
July 3, 2011 at 3:22 PM
Enjoyed reading this one..New thoughts you have inspired me to think...Sara
Foulk Avatar
July 3, 2011 at 10:10 AM
thank you for commenting on The Silence of a Falling Star.
K. Avatar
July 3, 2011 at 9:52 AM
Not too much of a riddle after all with that very witty last line, Dave :) Enjoyed this one, and really like your title for this :) I hope all i swell with you and Happy 4th of July to you :D
Onclaud Avatar
July 2, 2011 at 12:31 PM
life is grand and easy, daver... a resplendant offering! :) huggs, nette
Sweetheart Avatar
July 2, 2011 at 10:42 AM
and it's purpose Daver..luv your title my friend..it encompasses much .followed by poignant questions of reality .. oh happy 4th .. enjoy.luv.
Dietrich Avatar
July 1, 2011 at 7:41 PM
You got a lot of variety in that fourth line, Daver. An interesting little poem from you. How are you doing, my friend?
Mehta Avatar
June 30, 2011 at 3:12 PM
Stunning verse with wit and irony
Foulk Avatar
June 30, 2011 at 1:48 PM
I am glad I stopped by to read this very wonderful poem.
Peranteau Avatar
June 30, 2011 at 1:26 PM
How ironic dear poet, that you would write this ! "What is it all about?" My thoughts exactly with my last write...and yes; 19 53... It's all about life Dave, and our lucky gets ! Oooo; you know your shaking ! *smiles* Have a wonderful weekend my friend ! Much love, james
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June 30, 2011 at 11:43 AM
It has been a pleasure reading your poetry today Daver. I will be back again soon to read more. Hoping you find your soul filled with inspiration today and everyday and may your writing endeavors come to be. Love, Carol
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