Saturday, August 31, 2013

The Verb: "To Be" - by Bob Atkinson

The Verb: "To Be"
(c)2013 Bob Atkinson


"to be" defines one self
in a simple kind of way
ignoring all nooks and crannies
ramifications forever delayed

a word that says in statement
oh so clichéd in practice, "I am"
gives not much style and integrity
not much intricacy of action planned

is, am, was, were,
along with he, she and it
become examples of simplicity
not descriptions for speeches fit

words with all good thoughts erased
dumbed down by language hacks
backed not by true grit and utility
but by veneer of effort lacking

turns complexity to simpleton's banter
deep thoughts to duh's and ah's
many ways to rearrange
so thoughts more easily absorbed

sure, times do arise
where these keys fit in a hole
of course, they can complete a theme
but please
don't spread them like jelly on toast

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