Note: this came to me as I began to think about how I am perceived often in this society and how I often see myself. Just more ideas that will not settle.
-K.D.
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When you become
Orwell's phrase...
an un
person,
you can also make your
self an
ex
it.
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incredibly clever with a hint of sadness
I actually hope this wins. So few words and yet, so much said. You've done it again my friend. This is incredible.
An intriguing poem
So much depth in very few words. Well done, as aways.
Oooh I love this, this poem felt like climbing over a hill and seeing a beautiful sunset on the other side! Gorgeous!
Profound and thought-provoking.
Nice job, very clever! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
Once again, you have me pegged, Kendall. Love this, even if I do resemble it, lol.
Ah ha, I LOVED this - perfect!
Whoaaaa, that was soooo profound! Loved your poem!
Absolutely!!!!!
Newspeak indeed. I think of Kendall as a wild card, never knowing what to expect, yet knowing what to kind of expect. Ex it to what un person though. See what I mean. I am one of those un persons seeking ex it. Love it.
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The first time I read it, I thought of semicolon tattoos. The second time: leaving without looking back. The third: reinventing/redefining oneself. The fourth: an empowering mantra, worth repeating in the mirror. Thank you for sharing this.
Very deep and profound!
Now I want to read more poetry that includes newspeak. Solid idea and it hits well
That's a lot of food for thought packed into 8 short lines. Nicely done!
Jaw-dropping, soul-opening thought. Thanks for sharing.
Which would make you a bona fide, autonomous self--so if unpersoning is feasible in the dystopia, becoming a fully fledged self in whatever we inhabit is feasible, too. Encouraging.
You really know how to stretch my brain processes, Kendall. I will need to chew on this for a while.
Impressive!!!♥️♥️💕