Commentary and Philosophy Poetry posted October 28, 2023


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The times in which we live takes courage.

Living in Interesting Times

by BethShelby

 

So compelling are times in which we live

This  curious  curse seems made for days like these.

Useless are guidelines we attempt to give.

Values we once held priceless can’t appease.

Warnings of the past are happening fast.




ABC Poetry Contest contest entry

Recognized

#117
October
2023


"May you live in interested times" was rumored to be a Chinese curse but its origin isn't Chinese. It sounds like a blessing, but it is actually a curse. When the world seems on the brink of collapse, things certainly get our attention. It is times like these in which we live. Guidelines aren't followed, and values are tossed aside.
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