The Listener

Don’t listen too closely…
thought can change the
quality of ears; and what
we hear is not always what
has been spoken – 

currents of
air carry sound differently -- 

each atmosphere a mixture 
of pros and cons antagonists – 

Brahma, not always a predictable 
in and out breathe. Besides,
Gods can be quite contrary, 

taught to us by the
Greeks and Romans; and the
one Christian/Jew God, seeming
not always 
on the job punctual -- requiring, perhaps
a bit more self responsibility...?

A minimum of 2 points, to the bull's horns.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2025

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Dietrich Avatar
June 28, 2025 at 10:21 AM
I especially liked the first verse. It speaks the truth loud and clear
Maverick Avatar
June 23, 2025 at 2:14 AM
T'would be 'pointless to argue' in fact maybe bs You highlight the low spots, i find no thing to well??? Digress.)
DiMino Avatar
June 23, 2025 at 10:44 AM
Thank you, Joe; I agree. Have a great day my friend. Praying for world peace.
Greenhough Avatar
June 20, 2025 at 3:25 PM
This is a masterful poem. I enjoy the philosophical message.
DiMino Avatar
June 20, 2025 at 5:52 PM
Thank you; you made my day. Blessings!
Rodrigues Avatar
June 20, 2025 at 4:45 AM
currents of air carry sound differently -- each atmosphere a mixture of pros and cons antagonists… The problem is when anyone expects you to think just like them. What we say, what we mean, what we hear, too - can change the thoughts. If someone cares, leave it at that..not everyone needs to be drawn into another person’s problem. (just my added thoughts) :)
DiMino Avatar
June 20, 2025 at 10:15 AM
Sounds like Sound Advice to me:) Thank you, Kim. Have a great writing day!
Rose  Avatar
June 20, 2025 at 3:33 AM
lol on the job punctual -- requiring, perhaps a bit more self responsibility...? perhaps we need to do our part, not just pray and leave it up to God, you get an A+ here, love :)
DiMino Avatar
June 20, 2025 at 10:16 AM
God created heirs, and not slaves. We need to take dominion for ourselves. Thank you, Vie. A++ comment.
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