Scott Thirtyseven Poet Blank verse

Where the City Folk Live

WHERE THE CITY FOLK LIVE

At the confluence of the cultures 
Where the politics ebb and flow
The tide of humanity crashes
Against their collective soul

The spires of religions
And posters of beliefs
Crush against each other
Through the weave of city streets

Registered colours of commerce
And trade mark tags of youth
Line the valleys of glass and steel
On floor, and wall, and roof

The constant clangs of progress
Idle growls of restricted motion
Drift across the green spaces
Invading every moment

The scent of communal sweat
Wafts upon the breeze
From the fires of exotic dishes
And the fumes of commercial needs

Feel free to swim the city
Frolic in the human flow
But be aware of the waves that break
Against your precious soul

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Joe Maverick April 21, 2022 at 3:42 AM A second visit from me.) Hmm.. Who among humanity cares for the Soul.? At least to any degree now.) Even green is being seen as khaki; now by me,' A placebo for real empathy with all creation Scott..? It was alright to a sustainable level But now it's become a very destructive green god I think there are hints in here of your Compatibility with protection of earth, it's so With me; but some are in that field acting Contra to best-practice Is my conclusion.'

Paulette Calasibetta November 26, 2021 at 3:42 PM You have penned a very poignant picture of urban life....."But be aware of the waves that break Against your precious soul"....Wow... Take Care, Paulette

Lim'Rik Flats October 28, 2017 at 1:37 PM pretty much;-) Triple wowsa caliber IMO. If a reader has never had the urban experience, reader sure would after traipsing through this write. Best I go bank up my bulwarks. N-joyed! ~ john

Debbie Duncan September 9, 2017 at 6:06 PM I love this, thank you for reading my Winter :)

Indiana Shaw July 24, 2016 at 8:38 AM Excellent - love the flow - no words just fitted in to fill the lines - every line perfect - I would put this as a favorite - and boy I'm hard to please - got your self a 7 there . . . : )

Joe Maverick March 13, 2016 at 2:24 PM A good or should I put excellent display of City life & environs here Scott, rich in content this gets the memory; and senses active..'

Vladislav Raven March 5, 2016 at 9:58 AM Hi Scott, An excellent piece of poetry my friend. This piece sings in its raw beauty. It brings to life the city life. I can close my eyes and see the city clearly. I Love the descriptive lines. Has to be a seven Scott....Vlad.

Poet Destroyer A February 6, 2016 at 8:00 AM Hi Scott, enjoying this poem a second time... Just wanted to say hello. LINDA

Deborah Shiells May 27, 2014 at 10:47 AM WOW Scott, This is one of my favorite poems. How could this compare to a treasure chest? This was found first. wonderful wonderful write, my friend. Thanks for sharing this with us here. love and Peace, Deborah

Andrea Dietrich May 15, 2014 at 10:21 PM I can't believe I had never commented to this one before. It is FIRST on the list of your BEST poetry and it truly is one of your best. I love how you portrayed the city. Swim in it. frolic in the human flow. GREAT lines.

Heather Secrest February 22, 2014 at 8:07 AM As a city girl myself I appreciate this poem! Well written, and very true. I love it. Great write!!

Verlena S. Walker February 6, 2014 at 2:46 PM Real... Good write... Verlena

Jack Horne February 6, 2014 at 8:42 AM awesome write, my friend. Thanks again for the tweets : )

Just That Archaic Poet February 4, 2014 at 10:04 AM Love this poem, Scott; it's one of your best. Only "problem" I see is in line 12; it needs one more syllable to smooth out that small wrinkle. Something simple like, "On floor and wall and roof". Just that extra "and" smoothed it out. But kudos nonetheless; it's a stellar piece, bud :) Just That Archaic Poet February 5, 2014 at 4:14 AM May it ever! I'll drink to that! Cheers, mate! :) Scott Thirtyseven February 5, 2014 at 12:19 AM Yeah I like the extra 'and', will get onto that, thanks. I called it a 'free-verse' mostly because I don't know my forms well enough to consider it as anything else. Thanks for taking the time, and the tip. May success be our shadow. Just That Archaic Poet February 4, 2014 at 12:36 PM Also, I don't see why this piece is labeled as "free-verse" when it really seems to be a form of rhyme. What prompted you to label it as "free-verse"?

Mohammad Taha Effendi February 3, 2014 at 7:33 PM Splendid write! I love it!

Lucky Okoedion February 3, 2014 at 6:13 AM Great poem, scott. Thanks for sharing.

Mandy Tams The Golden Girl December 13, 2013 at 4:41 AM Hi scott, congratulations on your win xx

Dr.Ram Mehta December 13, 2013 at 1:26 AM Enjoyed the poem and congrats, Scott

Judy Konos December 12, 2013 at 12:31 PM All the poetry submitted was heartfelt. From love throughout life to love in the depths of death with reflections of nature. You are all deserving First Place Winners and I thank you for entering your favorites in my contest.

Robin Davis November 29, 2013 at 7:33 PM Scott These words are very powerful and deep. You captured how society is going downhill and not getting any better. A very thought provoking and sincere write.

Debbie Guzzi November 25, 2013 at 8:05 PM Lots of ideas to consider here. Light & Love & welcome

Poet Destroyer A September 9, 2013 at 5:45 AM wow...I love this line.... Frolic in the human soul... the ending thought is deep. Scott 37, ... love the crushing thought.....linda

Sara Kendrick September 8, 2013 at 6:45 AM Uniquely creative work that you have penned in this one..Reads like a wonderful but could be scary place to live..Thanks for the visit to my page..Sara