Musings of an Old Man

“What is real and what is not

Is only a question

To be asking if one dreams too little

And too infrequently,”

Bellows the old man.

 

“How, then, do you know

If what is real is truly real

If you dream too much?”

Questions the boy on the lap

Of the old man.

 

The old man’s abdomen shakes

Them both with laughter.

“My dear boy!” He chuckles,

“If your dreams are reality,

You can never dream too much.”

Author's Note

Not sure what I think about this one. Let me know what you think!

Reviews

[Fabian G. Franklin]

It speaks rightly of Alzheimers and dementia. But also I think the old are so very fond of their memories because they are old. Once you get past a certain age some things one simply cannot do anymore...so what is left but to dream or remember? High marks!

[devon]

Thank you very much!

[Forbidden Poet]

Great poem. I love the flow and conversation between the man and boy.

[Mir]

This reminded me of SANTA!! :) You never dissapoint! :)

[devon]

Thank you! And neither do you! :)

[Mir]

Your welcome, and thank You! :)

[devon]

You're welcome! Oh, and I thought I'd point out that your new profile pic is gorgeous!

[Mir]

Aw thank you! :) So is yours!!

[devon]

You're welcome!! :D And thanks!

[Annabelle Lee]

cute.

[devon]

Thanks :)

[MandaBear]

I really liked this poem. It made me think. Great Job!!

[devon]

Thank you; I'm so glad you liked it!

[Phillitup]

The old man in this poem is speaking the truth. One who dreams in the highest can accomplish anything much the same way that a believing bird takes flight. This poem does not speak of any other generation but surely points at this one. Belief in things has faded and hearts filled with every joy that once was has dissolved like melting snow on a sidewalk. Great write and nicely penned!
Best regards,
Dell

[devon]

Thank you very, very much, Dell! And thank you, also, for the wise words!

[de_maruf]

chaca

[devon]

Not sure what that means, but thanks for reading!

[Bitter Overdose]

Insightful and true musings of an old man. Reminds me so much of my grandfather who passed away recently. Highest marks.

[devon]

Thank you very much. And I am so sorry for the loss of your grandfather, sweet pea. :(

[Coyote Poetry]

A very good answer at the end. Good to reach for dreams and know laughter. Thank you for the excellent poem.
Coyote

[devon]

Thank you for the excellent review :)

[.]

Great work, Devon :)

[devon]

Thank you very much, Cord!