He manipulates the wheel of life
Masterly woven his past
Carefully paints the present
Collects tons of gold for his future.
The Wind of Fate forced its way
Handed him a Scroll
A verdict....
A World of Nothingness.
Copyright 2020, Rose Marie Juan Austin, All Rights Reserved
I undestand and appreciate the philosophy that lies hidden between the lines of the two stanzas. The 'Wind of Fate' wouldn't care a hoot, however skilful manipulations we may make, and machinations we may plan. It will hand down the verdict that the manipulators and the self seeking opportunists deserve- 'A World of Nothingness'.
The poem, so well written, deserves full marks and I gladly give it: 5 Stars *****! I recommend this poem to be selected as the 'Member Poem of the Day' for any day soon.
A brilliant poem! What we accumulate considering as wealth will go to oblivion once close our eyes forever but if we can create work of art that would last forever. A great poem with an excellent message... appreciated.
I often think if God makes me capable of rewinding my life from where I should start again? I started reverting my life and having failed to get a suitable age I arrived at nothingness. A nice thought so intelligently painted in a lovely poem. Rose Marie Juan Austin is a great poetess.
This is an outstanding work......enjoyed it....thank u so much...
Very powerfully penned with deep conviction. The verdict of 'Dust To Dust`is an inescapable, existential reality that bears eloquent testimony to the maxim, 'Vanity Upon Vanity'. Thanks for your immense contribution to The Poemhunter Family.
A great poem dear poetess. There is an illustrious poetic depth in this prudent work. My great pleasure in revisiting this brilliant poem!
This poem has not been translated into any other language yet.
I would like to translate this poem
A well thought poem....... Truly astonishing......5 stars*****