Alexa Poem by M.J. Lemon
Alexa
Is it disbelief or
just indifference
of course mere
nonchalance
I talk to the sofa
and never get an answer
the back is always turned
If I talk to the lights
I get burned
I dare not lecture the toilet
as I'm reminded
of what will
inevitably hit the fan
which never speaks but
sometimes hums
If you think this strange
remind yourself of who listens
to you
deranged
It is a natural craving for every body that someone should be around to listen to when we open up our mind! Unfortunately we feel much more alienated from our fellow beings than our ancestors. The thought that there is no body with whom we can confide our longings and frustrations is disappointing. Technology has an easy solution to everything and Alexa listens to us though this contraption can hardly fathom our thoughts. Great write!
Thank you so much for these replies, Valsa. Yes, technology does seem to have an answer for all our problems, including social isolation. But you have me wondering how much of the problem is caused by technology in the first place...so that the solution can be supplied.
A beautiful humourous poem has been created by you taking the furniture plus toilet. Amusing expression. Thanks for sharing. Five stars.
Thank you, Susan! So good to hear this can still evoke a laugh....Many thanks!
I have returned for a lighter look at life, for a chuckle and a giggle or even for a guffaw- -the world is a cold unfeeling place out there, my friend, we'd better make friends with our home and its furnishings. Humor is hard to write and you did it perfectly- -a million laughing stars for you, my dear friend 10++++++++++++++++++++++
Love this poem's sense of humor! ! ! Me, I have scolded, made fun of, cursed, and described the ancestry of just about every furniture or appliance in my house 10
And they know it, Susan! I've pretty much done similar things. Thanks so much for reading.
This poem has not been translated into any other language yet.
I would like to translate this poem
Delivering Poems Around The World
Poems are the property of their respective owners. All information has been reproduced here for educational and informational purposes to benefit site visitors, and is provided at no charge...
12/5/2025 2:12:10 AM # 1.0.0
I love your sense of humor and the casual tone of this poem as if you are talking to a friend over a cup of coffee and sharing your wry thoughts about modern " culture" and advancements! 10+++++++++++++
Thank you, Susan! You are actually rather right about how this poem came about. I was telling someone about the number of people I've noticed who spend time- good time- talking to objects.