Tag: Short-sighted
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We’re NOT on a flat earth
From Whidbey Island, Seattle’s skyline dazzles on the horizon, but Tacoma remains an elusive ghost, hidden even under the stars. The curvature of the Earth shrouds it from view. Want to see Tacoma? Then ditch the distant perch and make the journey—experience reality, not just a skyline illusion.
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Inland Adults
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Adult Children, snug in their cozy cocoons, naively dismiss global warming, as mere bedtime tales told by Coastal People. They’re lulled into complacency, believing in fairy tales rather than facing harsh realities. As the ocean rises, they remain pampered and idle, swaddled inside their dry comfort.
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A Terrified Hat
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In a world overwhelmed by chaos and endless struggles for supremacy, the content reflects a poignant disillusionment. The poet questions the cyclical nature of violence. Drawing inspiration from MAD Magazine, the poem expresses a sense of boredom and resignation. The plea “Why-O-Why?” underscores a longing for understanding amidst chaos. Ultimately, this is a heartfelt commentary…
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Shootings at 6
A.M.? What gives!? Gun shooting at peaceful pigeon doves – a Sunday morning hobby. Snubbing noses at nearby Asleep, falsely feeling secure, church goers. ©️January 2025 Much Love, Deb Poems This Poem is inspired by real live events in my rural neighborhood. The police were called by one of my good neighbors. It was a…