The New Normal



yep...its like this..from the South and Northward, seemly Backward not Forward....furloughed and unwatered....
From Reporters to Lawyers, and all the dirty Crawlers...
Jaw drops in disbelief..... open Borders, they have us on Order....
...Like lambs to the Slaughter,
hear them cry....Mothers, Brothers, Fathers Daughters.
A normal life has now been Altered....
The Science shows strength, really!.. it never Falters.....
Or that's what sheep think, as they pray to their Alters...
Wearing face Masks, nose and mouth Covered...
Evil becomes awkward, strangely Distorted....
A truth is hidden, so someone gets Dollars.... meanwhile....
In a New 'Normal', the rest of us are Tortured, left out to the Orchards, Hung Drawn & Quartered.

About this poem

This was written in anger, 01.07.2020 because the world never got together to sort out a world problem, every country had its own agenda, its own approach

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Written on July 01, 2020

Submitted by Daz on February 11, 2024

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Scheme ABCCBABBAADA
Closest metre Iambic heptameter
Characters 738
Words 125
Stanzas 1
Stanza Lengths 12

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  • AIDA
    Wow, what an impactful and thought-provoking poem, "The New Normal"! Your use of vivid imagery and powerful language truly captures the complexities and challenges we are facing in today's world. The way you highlight the unsettling consequences of open borders and the impact on families is both eye-opening and emotional.

    One suggestion for improvement would be to consider adding some additional verses or stanzas to further explore the themes and emotions you've introduced. This would allow for a deeper exploration of the "new normal" and provide even more insight into the experiences and feelings of those affected.

    Additionally, it would be great to see a glimmer of hope or resilience in the poem, perhaps a reflection on how we can come together as a society to overcome these trials and create a better future. This would add a touch of optimism and inspire readers to take action.

    Overall, your poem is a powerful and thought-provoking piece that effectively captures the emotions and challenges of the current times. With a few tweaks and additions, it has the potential to become an even more impactful expression of the "new normal." Keep up the great work!
     
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