The Writer's Mosaic: A Reflection of Life's Complexities
Amidst the endless landscapes of the mind,
Where writers delve and craft their worded art,
Exploring the depths of humanity's kind,
And playing god with lives that play a part.
Their imagination, a weapon wielded well,
Transforming themselves into different hues,
Their souls akin to an intricate spell,
Breathing life into characters, new and old news.
From the eyes of a lion, they view the prey,
And through the mind of a beggar, they know strife,
Sacrificing hours of their day,
To create tales that pierce our hearts like a knife.
Their tales, a reflection of the human soul,
A mirror into the complexities we behold.
Some write of love, others of despair,
Some delve into the depths of the human psyche,
And some, into the mysteries of life, dare,
To capture the essence of existence, slyly.
Their words, a tapestry woven with finesse,
Painting portraits of people from all walks,
A reflection of our lives, in all its mess,
Of the good and the bad, the joys and the shocks.
Yet, the writers' lives, a labyrinth of strife,
Of experiences, memories, and regrets,
Their complexities, a mystery in life,
That we mere mortals, fail to forget.
For the writers' words, only a glimpse they show,
Of the depths of their souls, and their inner glow.
The sacrifices they make, known to few,
As they pour themselves into every line,
Expressing feelings, not just of a few,
But of those whose lives are often defined.
And so, we find ourselves lost in their tales,
Struggling to understand the depths they reveal,
Caught in a web of emotions, as we set sail,
On a journey, with their words as our keel.
For their complexities, a story untold,
And their words, a treasure we must unfold.
From Shakespeare's tragic love, to Homer's epic war,
From Dostoevsky's torment, to Morrison's African shore,
The writers' worlds, an endless sea,
Of stories and lives, as far as the eye can see.
And so, we marvel at their gifts of creation,
At their ability to capture the human condition,
We admire their sacrifice, their dedication,
To their art, a testament to their vision.
For the beauty of their exploration, we can only admire,
And hope to one day, capture their poetic fire.
We try to glimpse the world through their eyes,
To understand their vision, their art,
But the writer's soul is a mystery that lies,
Beyond the words they write, beyond the heart.
Their experiences, their pain, their joy,
Their thoughts, their dreams, their fears,
All captured in their tales, like a toy,
A treasure trove that's been kept for years.
The writer's mind, a labyrinth of wonder,
Of complexities, mysteries, and tales untold,
A place where imagination and life's thunder,
Combine to create stories that never grow old.
For a writer's work is more than mere words,
It's a journey into the depths of the soul,
A journey that's often painful and absurd,
But one that leaves us with a sense of whole.
We read their tales and are transported,
Into different worlds, different lives,
Their stories leave us feeling elated,
Their words, a gift that forever thrives.
So, we stand in awe of the writer's mind,
Their gift of words, their dedication to their craft,
Their ability to create worlds that are kind,
To express emotions, that are often left unlaughed.
For the writer's exploration of beauty,
Is a gift that we should never take for granted,
For their words offer us the opportunity,
To delve into the complexities of the human bandit.
And so, we continue to read their tales,
To admire their work, to be inspired,
To journey with them through life's gales,
And to cherish their words, forever desired.
For the beauty of the writer's exploration,
Is a treasure that should never be ignored,
Their words offer us a sense of inspiration,
And a journey into the human spirit, adored.
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About this poem
This poem is an ode to writers and their imaginative craft. It explores the complexities of the writer's mind and the sacrifices they make in order to bring their tales to life. The poem also reflects on the impact of the writer's work, how their words offer us a glimpse into their inner world and the beauty of human experience. The poem concludes with a recognition of the value of the writer's exploration and the importance of cherishing their words.
Written on September 19, 2019
Submitted by Mawphniang.Napoleon on February 13, 2023
Modified on March 05, 2023
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Scheme | ABAB CDCD EFEF GH IJIJ KXKX FXFX LL MXMA NOXO HH PPJJ QQQQ XR SBSB TUTU RHRH XGVG WXWX AXAA JWJX NVNV QXQX RE |
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Closest metre | Iambic hexameter |
Characters | 4,244 |
Words | 850 |
Stanzas | 24 |
Stanza Lengths | 4, 4, 4, 2, 4, 4, 4, 2, 4, 4, 2, 4, 4, 2, 4, 4, 4, 4, 4, 4, 4, 4, 4, 2 |
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