I. Off on a tangent
Lets say there was a point
called peace.
A given point like in math
and if you’re not on it
you’ve gone tangent.
Always able to touch it
but at an angle somewhere
aslant in ones thoughts.
A metaphysical axiom
for one
or all.
II. A period on time
There ain’t no salvation possible
for those gone tangent.
Which isn’t to say they’re irredeemable
since they all know the point of peace.
But if I was the one to have to harness
them all back on point,
I’d say, “uh uh, no way. Not me.
They can do their own math,
thank you very much.”
I ain’t got the time to bother with it.
III. Save the world
An instant teller once told me of a future
to behold
where I would change the world one day.
This fired me up for a time
since I saw what she meant
and knew it was true
fueling my ego with petrol to burn.
I made sure to tell everyone about it too
until no one cared anymore
myself included.
Doing the math got me back on track again
and the yin to that yang is not trying to
change anything but rather
continuing on point as I am.
All the rest of you can be damned
for all I care. You know the way
the same as me.
IV. And the truth is…
I don’t have no fucking tribe,
man.
No group set apart
from my point of view.
Though I am congruent
with like minded thinkers,
I have friends everywhere
because that’s what peace gives.
Even those off on a tangent,
though I come at them from the light
often times blinding them on the spot.
The light is the light
and we get along just fine.
If peace were to have a beginning point
I guess I can find it
Author notes
I don't know, but this makes sense to me. I'm not fan of war, or of many things that take place on our planet. But I am a fan of life, and choose to live it according to tenets which have proven themselves to me. They have become "givens" in my world, and I act accordingly.
Years ago I did have a psychic tell me that I would change the world, or affect the world. I've had a couple others "verify" this as well, though these did so on their own without my asking them. (I used to work at a metaphysical/new age type of magazine, and got to hang out with psychics quite frequently. They can be an odd bunch!)
I have since come to realize that changing the world can have differing meanings, whereas only my intent and will can change the way I see the world. This too then "changes" the world, but from a personal perspective. Outside, everything remains the same.
Anyway, my take on the "universal soldier" is more along the lines of the strong, silent types who actually do bring peace to those they touch. I strive to be one of those...and to hell with the rest of you. lol
Please tell me what you think
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Indeed, there is the altruistic approach. You make me wonder if all the words, epiphets I hurl into the microphones to DEMAND peace are not themselves, warlike.
Self-examination is good. A quiet, generous demeanor is inandof it'self a peaceful slogan.
Thought provoking.
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Thank you. Glad you liked it.
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Though I am congruent
with like minded thinkers,
I have friends everywhere
because that’s what peace gives.
I liked those lines and I think peace is the most important ingrediant to human growth on a societal lvel.
Well done and good luck
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Thanks, Swan song. It is a pleasant surprise to hear when something I write resonates with a reader. Your thoughts & comment is appreciated.
peace
doug
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Let there be peace on earth...
...and let it begin (and end) with You. We are all tangential to the only Point, lost inthe figment of our straightness and direction, reaching out for that place of contact where we all meet...sweet peace. When we know we all touch, we know we are Peace.
Write on, brother, write on...
Rahad
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'Tis the season for peace on earth, isn't it?
Thanks Rahad.
peace
doug
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'Tis ALWAYS the season...each (this) moment is the reason... peace is the place from which we all grow....
Be peace, soldier, be peace
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It all has to begin somewhere,with someone. And some people need a picture drawn to draw from. So...peace my friend. And more power to you.It absolutely makes perfect sense to me.
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Yeah, its not like we have to reinvent the wheel, you know. Although it do seem like it at times...
Thanks suseann...
peace
doug
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as always my friend
thanks for making me think
lead
by example
softly
for example
life
for a sample
peace
for us ample
within begets without
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Thinking is good, Crowheart. Usually, anyway!
Thanks...
peace
doug
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I really like this one Doug. Fantastic. I think this one is the best one I have read today! I really enjoy what you write because it makes sense and is clever too! Great job you get three applaudes.
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Well thank you, Kandice! Glad to hear you enjoyed this bit of whimsy...
peace
doug
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