StagNation

Satire Poetry and spoken word by Robert Trakofler Image by Jackie Jansuy

Image by Jackie Jansuy 

Stagnation

 

There was a dream that was

yes a dream… it was

what did it mean… this dream

is lost in the haze, it seems

was it just a phase, or a bit of malaise

spread across my morning toast

here, here, my friend

toast is best.. served cold

with a dab of Apathy’s Real Mayonnaise

do not be fooled by…

cheap imitations

what was it, that you said

a dream… well

welcome to the StagNation

were all is good

as long as there is

no inflation

sunny with a chance of reign

but very little

precipitation

there was a dream, it was

yes a dream…

that was

 

© 2024 Robert Trakofler

Author's Note

Robert · StagNation

Reviews

[Eilis]

We are living in strange times, Robert. It is hard understand how we have gotten here. Or maybe better to say it’s uncomfortable to be in this place collectively. It’s a new kind of sense we have to make sense of. And the constant influx of negative information makes for constant overload and, like those in the midst of trauma, we shut down, or make poor decisions, or find other ways to self-soothe. Your picture characterizes it aptly. We are seeking much but finding meaning or relief in things that will not be for our good. Good to see you on my timeline this morning. Hope you’re doing well.

[Robert Trakofler]

What a wonderful way of framing this poem dear Eilis what you just expressed was very much in my mind when I scratched these lines:)

[Ken Simm.]

Interesting play on words Robert. Conjouring an atmosphere so that I really know this man and his views. Without the poet being too obvious.
There is macro and micro here.

[Robert Trakofler]

oh yes... spot on! I am definitely feeling the results of how society is turning and I am making correlations with the lack of creativity and critical thought LOL in other words I was feeling rather snarky that morning

[Pryde Foltz]

Witty and also a bit melancholic. Melancholy by itself generally goes dow better with a bit of wit. Loved this word play and slow tilt -a-whirl delivery. Still don't know whether to cry or giggle. That's a good write:) Wonderful one, really:)

[Robert Trakofler]

I think I laughed and cried when I wrote it lol

[Pryde Foltz]

Yes ... the best way to cry. I should know:)

[Thomas W Case]

Tremendous work. You hit the nail on the head.

[Robert Trakofler]

I take it you detected my I.have a dream reference:(

[jacob erin-cilberto]

"Apathy's real mayonnaise"

Love it and the poem and your wonderful reading of it, brother Bunny.
And the play on the word "reign."---

j.

[Robert Trakofler]

I definitely feel like the old bunny wrote this one:/