TRICKS OF LIFE

The world of magic

Darkness shrouds the room

flashlights propel in circles

audience of children

a magician with black top hat

on stage

               Silence

Magician launches his tricks

objects appear and disappear

in a flash

 

children’s eyes glued open

               Laughter

               Wonder

               Astonishment

               Query

               Screeches

               Squeals

 

The bewilderment of it all

children crave more

more, more, more

they clap in unison

the magician bows

and weeps

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Author's Note

Thank you for reading!

Reviews

[tumi]

magic magic
not only children love it
i love it
i love the poem

[Betty Hermelee]

Thank you Tami for a fun review!
Warmly, B

[tumi]

u r welcome
thanks for sharing

[Tom]

I neither a firm believer of sceptic doubter of the magician deft of hand tricks, authentic or purely tom foolery hokus-pokus? But hey, whatever, just like the chidren I'm totally in awe of their slight of hand craftmanship that so entertains and delights audiences the world throughout..

Hey presto, a magically composed poem my friend, much enjoyed!!!

[Betty Hermelee]

Thank you Tom, for a lovely review!🌷
Warmly, B

[Stella Armour]

sometimes the most depressed people amuse and laugh with others whilst hiding behind a mask and children are so easily enthralled by magic they never see the truth of it all..

[Betty Hermelee]

Love your comments! So true! Thank you Stella
Warmly, B🌷

[Poetic_Vixen]

The end is a touching twist of this poem, amid all the joys this magician shares with children he hides his misery and weeps out of sight, I wonder if how likes of him we often witness they go out of their way to give others happiness while they themselves need it the most or that they find their happiness in others joy, such is the trick of life. Very thoughtfully written dear poet friend, sending you warm regards!

Also I'm wondering why am I not getting notified for any new poems posted of those I subscribed. Ehhh...

[Betty Hermelee]

A very thoughtful and very true.comments about what goes on behind the face….one moment joy and the next sorrow….thank you so much!🌷
Warmly, B

[Poetic_Vixen]

I was happy to read this thoughtful poem my friend! You're most welcome ❤️

[Weeping willow]

Wonderful write, love magic, always in wonderment of how they actually do it ;-]

[Betty Hermelee]

Thank you WW for a lovely review!
Warmly, B🌷

[andrew mitchell]

Penn and Teller comes to mind. How magic charms us with the illusions and the cleverness. We can all do with some magic throughout our lifespan, enriching our well being and sense of wonder Betty.

[Betty Hermelee]

Very true! And thanks for the nice review
Warmly B🌷

[Ayvid N]

A poem deep rooted in a beautiful metaphor. I related to your words in two different ways, dear Betty.

Firstly, the pain he hid and so nobly went on to make others laugh. The mask, the charade and the selflessness behind it. Such people are a rare gift to the world. We can draw from his strength and fortitude.

The other meaning I could draw from the poem was the magician being God and the children his people, watching Him perform magic that they watch with bewilderment and wide-eyed wonder. Unaware of the consequences of so much. He weeps time and again,for us.

The last line delivered such an impact. This is a very beautiful poem, dear Betty. I loved it absolutely!

[Betty Hermelee]

Wow! You are amazing! I love both of your meanings but the 2nd was mind-blowing…. A great poet you are! Thank you for inspiring me, I’m honored🌷
Warmly, B

[Ayvid N]

You're most welcome, dear Betty. It was such a joy to read the poem.

[Betty Hermelee]

🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷

[Soren]

I have always loved magic and feel that it one thing that makes us all children. To see the impossible occur in front of our eyes fuels curiosity and a desire to believe in fantasy. Very nice Betty

[Betty Hermelee]

Thank you Soren for a great review!
Warmly, B

[Kelly Scheppers]

I've always been fascinated by the slight of hand. Have you ever seen the movie, "The Illusionist", with Edward Norton and Jessica Biel? You will be amazed. Thank you for the diverse talent you so effortlessly orchestrate. You can do magic, Betty!

[Betty Hermelee]

Wow! Kelly what flattery! Thank you so much for your excellent review.,
Warmly, B🌷

[Pete]

clever. we're fascinated by illusions even into adulthood. "how is that possible", we ask ourselves. wow, how did he do that? this is sad with a sharp ending that cuts. i enjoyed this read.

[Betty Hermelee]

Ah Pete, you always read between the lines,!
I love your review!
Warmly, B👍