The Intricate Mysteries of Being



The Intricate Mysteries of Being

An albatross flying across the Antarctic
A telescope monitoring the intergalactic
A horoscope sharing interplanetary
plastic
Let’s elope while we still think each other is fantastic

A quiet analysis of all that you see
An enduring paralysis, divided in threes
The infinite catalyst for humanities greed
A stone they call amethyst to absorb what you need

A decision that’s already decided by fate
The precision timing required when it’s already too late
An environmental Marshall plan that solves the current state
A beaurocratic nightmare stand that doesn’t make you wait

An inventory of political dilemma
The tragic life of Aryton Senna
The factual specifics and detail that you cannot remember
The feeling of absolute soul loving splendour

A shadow of memory that brings tears to your eyes
No longer an enemy, or too ashamed to cry
Just bold enough to always ask the question of “Why?”
And eternal enough to mention your God when you die

I’ll climb a rainbow to see you if you’re at the other end
I’ll stand tall in my pain and I will not allow myself to bend
My soul is so grateful for you my beautiful friend
My heart is so full with love for you I can’t pretend

John Lennon on the day he was assassinated
The Kremlin corrupts the way that Russia is conflated
A gremlin with too much to say about what needs to be stated
A man down on his luck and constantly berated

Conforming to the normal rules of societies expectations
Reforming the definition of the cruel and coherent observations
Performing a rendition of The Fool for ceremonial cremation
Forewarning a premonition from the prophetic school of perennial contemplation

Distinct visual images detailed across the sky
Instinct residual grimaces entailed by detatched passers by
Succinct comical statements derailed by renegades of style
A precinct under observation impaled by corruption and the lies

Perfect geometric three dimensional shapes
That are mathematics to the eyes
Hermetic free conventional states
That are problematic to mankind’s
Abilities to clearly see what’s coming around the superficial bend
There’s no reason for me to intervene when your time is coming to an end

So don’t evolve too quickly lest you cannot integrate
Or won’t resolve it briskly when it’s time to contemplate
There’s no one to involve the Whiskey at this drunk political debate
Except the detectives to solve the mystery of what time did obfuscate

The End by Elizabeth Morox 2023

About this poem

The poem explores various themes and ideas, combining imagery and wordplay. It touches on subjects such as nature, the universe, fate, human greed, love, memory, societal expectations, politics, and contemplation. The verses also mention specific events and figures like John Lennon's assassination, Russia's corruption, and Ayrton Senna's life. Overall, the poem reflects on the complexities and contradictions of life, the struggles faced by individuals, and the desire for love and understanding. It encourages contemplation and questioning while acknowledging the fleeting nature of time and the mysteries that surround us. 

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Submitted by e.moroz209 on July 18, 2023

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Scheme A BACBB CDEE FFFF GGXC HIII JJJJ KEKX LLMM IIXH XHXXJJ FFFF D
Closest metre Iambic heptameter
Characters 2,540
Words 459
Stanzas 13
Stanza Lengths 1, 5, 4, 4, 4, 4, 4, 4, 4, 4, 6, 4, 1

Elizabeth Moroz

Elizabeth Moroz is an original independent poet, visual artist and musician based in Perth, Western Australia. She is of Ukrainian-Croatian heritage and has a black sense of humour. more…

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