A clever well written poem. You covered all the bases of the legal process in a tight economical manner. Your poem was lighthearted, flowed easily and was an enjoyable read. Your work is always polished, another standout effort.
Richie B.
My mind has been in 'lockdown' more times than I care to remember; and the more I try to escape, the further away my muse seems to fly. I find that a spot of solitary works wonders, that and a glass of red. :)
Witty and well writ as ever Jacob.
Beccy.
Posted 8 Years Ago
8 Years Ago
you are a kind reviewer, Beccy, thank you for your words...
A very good tale described.
"the detectives read between the lines for clues
the poet sitting behind bars of blue
colors of a mind processing sentence"
I liked the above lines. When words and thoughts are locked -up. Old poet need to find new muses and places. Thank you Jacob for sharing the amazing poetry.
Coyote
This is your idea of "locked up"? lololol I could tell you a thing or two about a thing or two haha I'm laughing cuz your jail cell has all the accommodations of a 5 star hotel compared to mine
Posted 8 Years Ago
8 Years Ago
you are too funny, lynn...
thanks for the smile...
death by pen
the author arrested for vagrancy
and attempted wit, withheld now for evidence
Always a delight to read your words. Glad you are back:)
Posted 8 Years Ago
8 Years Ago
thank you, Pryde....i only left because of the pop ups...and a couple that wouldn't go away...the mi.. read morethank you, Pryde....i only left because of the pop ups...and a couple that wouldn't go away...the microsoft ones...had to shut down the computer to get rid of them...but now hopefully charlie has resolved the problem...
Will summons the jackals of yesteryear, take our chances with these miserable souls, break you free from this horrible crime scene, find a pen that can be kind to thee.
Regards,
Al
Posted 8 Years Ago
8 Years Ago
your reply is better than the poem, Al...appreciate your insights.
wow, this poem has two personalities. The poem comes to life into my mind and makes me think what could a poet do to be behind bars? Maybe they are not physical of a prison at all, but on his mind?
This poem delighted my intellect. Thanks for sharing
Wow, I can't believe I almost missed this amazing writing of yours. Anyway, I love the personification given to the poem. As always it is a pleasure reading your poems - Zwsed
No lack of inspiration for you....as I said in my last review of your work. Conjugal visits by the muse perhaps? It can seem as though the brain is locked up tighter than a jail cell at times. Another wonderful metaphor....and there is no lack of wit here. Lydi**
More like arrested for successful wit! Conceit well parsed for coorelation. Also the idea of the brain being a lock to be picked is spot-on. Damn if I can't access all my memories and knowledge at any given moment, it drives me nuts.
Originally from Bronx, NY, I live in Carbondale, Illinois...teach English at a community college and have been writing and publishing poetry since 1970. I am here to read for inspiration from other po.. more..