Thomas Lux Poem by Justin Reamer

Straightforward, intense,
Funny in some ways, bland in others,
The man knows his lyrics well,
But fails to entertain those closest him.
Who is this man? Who does he think he is?
Anything impressive in his poetics? Perhaps.
But then again, no man but Thomas Lux
Can put the reader to sleep but also
Manage to keep them awake with
Poems of intensity in which
He captures pure emotion,
No matter how rare it is for him,
For 'tis scarce for someone like he.
But, he tries, but is probably best
For giving your child a lullaby
Or acting as your best friend for fighting insomnia-
The one, beloved barbiturate you cannot resist.