The Big Show
the weary know their place.
seating chart
available for public viewing.
their voices silenced
by relentless tasks
a to do list stamped in triplicate
all to be accomplished
before sleep can succor them
for a time
allowing dreams
center stage
upon a darkened proscenium
its lip stretched toward
vacated seats
yes, the weary know their place
lines cued and ready
for their entrance
to the big show.
copyright/all rights reserved Audrey Howitt 2014
Comments
Simply excellent, Audrey
Wow! That's all I've got...Wow!
Aaaah, yes, so well said. Thank you Audrey. Jamie
A real wonder and awe in your fantastic words ! An exquisite gem ! What a craft ! Audrey.
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Thank you Harishprasad!
Tank you Bill!
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Thank you Jamie!
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Thank you Flourish!
Short and to the point. Nicely written.
Great write, as always.
This poem has a beautiful rhythm and such beautiful imagery. Nice job!
Surreal, a sign of the times. Beautiful touch....
Wow, Audrey, profound indeed!
Blessings
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Thank you Lisa and Thank you Lisa!
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Hi Vellur! How are you? Thank you so much for stopping by!
Change is definitely needed. Emotive and great imagery.
You are a very accomplished poet Audrey. Well done.
Audrey just wow.. bigtime
This is great, Audrey -- well done!
chill bumps and V+ as always
Kim
yeah, they know their place.
A place of want and sorrow - the big show indeed.
good write!
“The weary know their place and seating chart…”
“…..upon a darkened proscenium.”
I don’t think I have ever read a more profound way of describing their plight, and of humanity’s enduring failure “upon that stage.” This is awe-inspiring poetry, Audrey.
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Thak you Ruby!!
Applauding with a wow on my lips!
A real little gem!
Are any of us ever prepared for the big show? Well done Audrey.
A fine piece of work!
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Hi Faith! Thank you!!!
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Thank you Anna!!
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Thank you John --I am pleased that you liked it
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Hi Frank--(blushes)
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Thank you Phyllis!
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Thank you Kim!
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Thank you ubanichijioke!
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Thank you Genna!
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Hi Ruchira! Thank you so much!
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Thank you Blossom!
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Thank you Rasma!
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Thank you cat on a soapbox!
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