Youth flaunts her truth
serious in convictions –
that eternity exists
that words carry worth
Folly naturally succeeds
break down – inevitable
the opportunity to learn –
silent, age considers action.
(Image mine)
Youth flaunts her truth
serious in convictions –
that eternity exists
that words carry worth
Folly naturally succeeds
break down – inevitable
the opportunity to learn –
silent, age considers action.
(Image mine)
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Well penned ❣️
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Thanks!
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A very truthful poem, VJ. Well written!
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Thank you, Eugi.
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You’re welcome, VJ!
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Einstein reportedly said either everything is a miracle or nothing is. Have a great day! 😊
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Are you basically saying that this life is but a doomed journey of misery and loneliness, punctuated by moments of suffering, and ending in total annihilation?
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I might be feeling that way at the moment Mike – quit peeking. Oh, but wait, is that a cardinal at my window…how delightful….ah a poet’s mind.
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There is truth there VJ. Wonderful poem 🙂
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Thanks so much, Christine.
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Well done with the pairing of power and photo – and so much to ponder and appreciate with age and lessons learned
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There really is…thank you
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🙂
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I love how this poem characterizes youth with words and age with action. I love the image, too.
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Thanks Liz.
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You’re welcome, V.J.
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