In that light, that heat...
They know; we forget.
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Kendall Defoe
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A bit of a drought? No messages, safe or fun... Loneliness as fate? Pick one...! * Thank you for reading! If you liked this, you can add your Insights, Comment, leave a Heart, Tip, Pledge, or Subscribe. I will appreciate any support you have shown for my work.
By Kendall Defoe about a year ago in Poets
The Myth of Brilliance
There is a point in the ascent where the speed stops feeling like speed and starts feeling like genius. It’s the most dangerous part of the upward weather — not because it’s chaotic, but because it feels like truth. The chemistry sharpens everything: thoughts, senses, instincts, confidence. And in that sharpened state, it becomes easy to believe that the brightness is earned.
By Elisa Wontorcik5 days ago in Poets
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I think there should be a challenge that if you have a paper origami friend, write a haiku about it!
Whoa!!! Powerful stuff, Mr. Defoe. Great entry, best of luck!
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Nice work
love this poem
The poem's concise structure and stark imagery effectively convey deep existential themes, creating an impactful resonance through its brevity.
I just knew this was going to be good as soon as I saw the paper crane. Kendall, this really touched my heart. Excellent entry into the challenge. Best of luck to you! 😊
Whoaaaa, now that was so powerful! Loved your take on the challenge!
This is excellent, Kendall. Well done.
There is a power to this, a subtle yet this provides an overwhelming feeling of truth.
I’m blown away by this entry. You put your soul into this one, spoke volumes in just three lines. Very deep and thought provoking, a still voice in all the noise. I really really reeeaally loved this one.
Just - wow, Kendall! "Powerful" doesn't do this justice, but it's the best I've got. Well done, sir!