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On dropping a terrible habit...

Trapped in binary

I think in pixels

my dreams have a HUD

(isometric - strategic view)

 

Odysseus loosed from the mast

I hark the siren song

and fall

(illusion of control; the greatest temptation)

 

Yet not without hope

a lifeline thrown - seized

calling me back

(the realm of thought beckons)

 

Another chance

brave new world awaiting

the prodigal hack

(Press ESC to quit)

Reviews

[Rick Puetter]

Dear Coldspiral,

I really like the mix of the modern (computer) with the ancient (Odysseus). And the use of Odysseus' temptations and those of hacking is wonderful, my "prodigal hack". I only have a problem with the first two lines, i.e., "Trapped in binary / I think in pixels". And that's because "binary" and "pixels" aren't really that closely related. I understand what you're trying to achieve, it just that this didn't do it for me. I'm sure a little thought will fix this problem with little difficulty. Otherwise this poem is brilliant in it's conception and execution. I hope your grip never fails the lifeline.

Kindest regards,

Rick

[Stonewall]

Mate, this is awesome... and I do believe you are addicted. The pen is mightier than the stylus.... and remember - ALT-TAB is your friend. Become one with the multi-tasking GUI; dual core means you can live your dreams and your fantasies all at the same time.

Great imagery, and exactly the sort of thing you shall encounter in the brave new world of which you speak. The freedom, the slowing of pace - to think is to live, and life will have never felt so good. Write with both fear and courage; edit with conviction. Keep going.

[Chris Roberts]

I like it :)