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The Dirty and Gritty

Most people need to see Magic in technicolor
because they want to see all of the bright creatures
like Brownies and Pixies.

I don't want to see the façades
that Brownies and Pixies
present to the majority of Society.
But I need to see the Dirtier and Grittier
side of Magic because that is where I belong.

The Truth of Magic is messier and more dangerous
than People truly understand or want to know.

I am one of those People
who put their lives on line
To make the World a safer place.

And Society refuses
to recognize our contribution.
And I hate them for that.

angerfantasyfree verse

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Doug Vinson

December 1, 2016 at 1:38 PM

I'm all for the dirty and gritty, the "real." Would like to hear more.

Space Cadet

October 12, 2016 at 12:49 PM

I'm enjoying your work, Sir. Thank you for sharing. W

Tom Arnone

September 27, 2016 at 8:41 AM

Dark and bright -- there could be no existence without either. Are you using the word, magic, metaphorically or literally? Interesting deep thoughts, W. T. M. :-)

W. Thomas Markham

September 27, 2016 at 8:49 AM

When I wrote it, I use the word, magic, literally because I'm Urban Fantasy fan. However, you brought an interesting thought about the word, magic, being metaphorically.

Skat A

September 20, 2016 at 5:50 PM

Thomas, Welcome to Poetry Soup. It will be a delight to read and become familiar with your poems in the future. As for now, I will greet you with the same smile others passed when I first joined the soup. Wishing you and your poetry the best. I hope you get to meet all the nice poets around here STARTING with me- SKAT :) Drop a hello and tell me a little about yourself if you wish. I would like to be your newest poetry soup "FRIEND" Hugs **YNR - SKAT

Poet Destroyer A

September 20, 2016 at 2:48 PM

Society is hard to comprehend, great read, W Thomas, Welcome to Poetry soup, I hope you enjoy the community. Here, you will find friendly poets who enjoy supporting one another. I myself, enjoy reading and commenting those who want to be read. The only time I give constructive criticism is when a poet desires it. However, if for some reason the poem is not my field I will guide you to someone who is more qualified than I. Stop by and read one of my poems if you like. My poems are not perfect, but I have a feeling you might like one. I encourage you to check out the contest page and read to receive comments. Tell me a little about your poetic skills if you like. It will be my pleasure to follow and read every poem you post from here on :) We are Lucky To Have you. Your New Poet Friend @-> LINDA <-@

W. Thomas Markham

September 20, 2016 at 3:50 PM

I've recently started writing poetry again because I can remember the poems that I wrote in bed. Unfortunately, I can't get up in the middle of the night due having to Cerebral Palsy. Please explain your question about my poetic skills. Most of my poems would be considered to be angst (I think).

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