Lost in Translation

I don't want to decipher metaphors 
 
or ponder analogies 
 
Due to over use of euphemism 
 
and false formalities 
 
I lose interest when delivery 
 
becomes borderline absurd 
 
When meaning drowns 
 
in pools of big words 
 
Without rhythm and flow 
 
Adjectives and verbs just combine 
 
Into a plethora of possibility 
 
not leaving one sure thing in mind 
 
I don't want to have to think about it 
 
or have to figure it out 
 
Conveying with simplicity 
 
to me, is what poetry is all about 
 
Complicated and confusing 
 
does not always mean profound 
 
Its in relation and understanding 
 
that the connection is found 
 
A point with no precision 
 
doesn't get through 
 
Words with reason and rhythm do 

Poetry and its delivery

A powerful communication

Unless its value

is lost in translation

Reviews

[Pryde Foltz]

Poetry and its delivery

A powerful communication

Unless its value

is lost in translation

I do love a clear write as well, but every now and then I am up for a little mystery. Really, a place for both. But the real kicker is when a piece gets lost in interpretation. Oivey!!! Great write.

[Perkele.7885]

In other words, you want no pontification! Stars in all their glory
as far as the eye can see
there could be someone or something out there
that is looking back at me
an example of easy read poetry
your poem said; make it easy to read and to comprehend for the reader!
I hear you, KeelyJane Loud and Clear

[Vidya Bacchus]

this is soo true sometime its refreshing to read something where the meaning is clear.Rather than when the trying to decipher the words ruins the meaning

[Claire Bear]

Beautiful wording. I love the subject and premise. Words are power, but only if they are used correctly.

[gombeggar]

love it so very much...well done work...so good u r posting some thoughts that need be stated ;)

[ANTO]

Words that don't connect are just a collection of words - I actually cut the RR queue with this poem KJ because its title shares that of one of my most fav movies and Im glad I did.
Kudos
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[TL Boehm]

truth. I am often guilty of overwriting a poem and or characters. I'm not sure why....
This is a wise word to poets and well penned.

[Mother Maggie]

Exquisite and well stated

Namaste

[Astro]

I like that you not only made a valid point but did it with such R & R yourself. Great poem and a topic that is missed by some I have met.