The Melancholy Skies

The premise of the rebel,
to counter the status quo.

To stir the political pot,
overlooked things to know.

Without some bona fide cause,
he must tread on that far fringe.

Through all his melodramas,
and never to come unhinged.  

He may be asked to explain,
about his solemn vision.

To make his firey claims,
and reverse their decision.

For the classic underdog,
is held by the common man.

As one of their mirrored friends,
in need of a helping hand.

For the rebel, he stands alone,
to meet with unblinking eyes.

The pale hues of the sunset,
and the melancholy skies!

date: 7/15/22
Copyright © | Year Posted 2022

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July 15, 2022 at 10:15 PM
A powerful poem Meru….I love the last two lines especially. Enjoyed! Debx
Groen Avatar
July 16, 2022 at 7:17 PM
Thank you Deb, I liked it cause "the melancholy skies" came out of nowhere!
Elless Avatar
July 15, 2022 at 5:58 PM
??? On that 96m Howard
Groen Avatar
July 16, 2022 at 7:18 PM
The far fringe?
Elless Avatar
July 15, 2022 at 5:55 PM
Meru that is great stuff You are Rolling. Howard us 96m
Groen Avatar
July 16, 2022 at 7:19 PM
Thanks for the great comment, I appreciate it.
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