The neologist bakes the cake,
The iconoclast shreds the recipe
Deems the structure all a fake,
But powerless against euphony,
Leaves empty gestures in his wake.
Arthur Lamar Mitchell © 2017
Arthur Lamar Mitchell has a recently completed novel – ‘A Grotto in the Sea;’ Poetry set to music by seven different composers – ‘Under the Winter Sky’ set to voice and chamber orchestra music by Michael Moore.
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You always inform and inspire me with your whimsical work, Terry. I must admit I was compelled to research Fred…
Yael, it's always lovely to hear from you, and it's extra lovely when you enjoy my poetry. Thank you!! You're…
Rohini, I'm grinning. Thank you!
Thank you very much, Cynthia. The villanelle seemed such an appropriate form for my message, which bears repeating. And I…
Thanks for the philosophical food for thought. (Your culinary cliche put to good use.) Loved it! And what a great photo to accompany the poem!
Thanks Carole,
Just a bit of humor among so much outstanding verse on this site.
Arthur
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Thanks for the philosophical food for thought. (Your culinary cliche put to good use.) Loved it! And what a great photo to accompany the poem!