Woodstock Nation

If I could figure out the snit that I’m in now,

and understand the state, and how I got there

then perhaps I’ll get a sense of where I’m heading,

or at least from where I started this long journey.

 

My mind is shackled like a prisoner on the lam

and crashing out for freedom’s choice or bust.

I must admit I’m crazy from the fever,

and searching for the answers never found.

 

There was Martin, and John and Gandhi too

teaching love ins, peace and happiness.

We wrote and sang and made love in bushes

While celebrating Woodstock Nation.

 

But, we  had Tricky Dick and Kissinger

insisting on a war that no one wanted.

The killing fields stretched cross the ocean

to my backyard and yours, remember?

 

So choose my brethren, choose between

a war of blood, dismay and  torture

or of peace and love and happiness,

and a place called Woodstock Nation.

 

 

 

 

 

Author's Note

December 23, 2010
Woodstock Photo: August 17, 1969
...And yes, I did attend and remember very little...however it is tough to forget Janis and Jimi.

Reviews

[Muse]

Forget Woodstock:

My mind is shackled like a prisoner on the lam

and crashing out for freedom’s choice or bust.

I must admit I’m crazy from the fever,

and searching for the answers never found.


This is how I feel about everyday life!

[Inyourshadow]

It's a shame Martin and John also became victims of the bulllet mingling love in with killing and hatred.
If you remember Woodstock you were not there lol.
You captured the two sides of the nation within your words, wonderfully done, keep em' coming

[Leslie Philibert]

Great poem that will bring back fond memories of a time that will never return.

[Poetic Beauty]

This has a strong message and it shows that many times history does repeat itself.

[Becky C Strukamp]

A truly amazing poem. I can feel the energy from your words. Your insight and imagery outstanding.

[Lily Mae]

This takes the mind, heart and soul on quite a journey of memories.. a split personality of times for sure.. Excellent write Allen..x