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The Artist

Silence as you stare into a realm of enlightenment. Hush and harken to the soft hum lingering overhead. See the jaded green stage illuminating underneath rows of intellectual bodies. Hear the faint vocals of past artists flicker in between rows of knowledge. Glance in the direction of a steady stream of syllables emerging amidst famous minds discussing their independent masterpieces. Watch as scores of words are hurled in a bandy across each layer of dissatisfied customers trying to out-perform each other. Listen to the myriad of masterminds whose preserved states retire among treasure troves of bound acquaintances. Read the famous accounts of the geniuses who have cognitively captivated the audience’s attention. Absorb into your thirsty mind the breath of wisdom that looms overhead Create a unique work of honorable mention and individual satisfaction based on inspiration. Reflect upon the masterpiece that has unfolded before your eyes. Remodel the incongruous fragments and dead ends that, like a split hair, cause a less than satisfying image. Rebuild that unstable foundation with stronger scaffolding whose flexibility allows you to remold the piece at will. Read the product of reconstruction like a constant work-in-progress.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2006




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