By Chance or Appointment - 32. November's Sorrows

I might have misunderstood in the descent part but I'm guessing swallowed up in shadow is referring to the skyscraper.As to how it relates crazed, cruel creatures I guess that's represents the types of people who rent and occupy these buildings. Did I get it wrong? Interesting regardless

2 hours ago, pvtguy said:

You certainly have captured my feelings about what's happening politically currently.  I refuse to lose hope, but that gray mist is certainly descending. 

Like you, I feel that mist and watch the darkness falling with fear for what the night will bring. Defiance is the only hope I still have. 

1 hour ago, weinerdog said:

I might have misunderstood in the descent part but I'm guessing swallowed up in shadow is referring to the skyscraper.As to how it relates crazed, cruel creatures I guess that's represents the types of people who rent and occupy these buildings. Did I get it wrong? Interesting regardless

A skyscraper here refers to the poetry form, rather than an actual building. The crazed, cruel, creatures are those who would prey upon us for their own advantage. I’m glad that you found these interesting. Thank you very much for reading and commenting. 

1 hour ago, Headstall said:

All are powerful. Darkness and Defiance really hit home. The battle goes on. Thank you.

You’re most welcome. I’m grateful you read and reacted to these, and that they resonated with you. 

49 minutes ago, chris191070 said:

These are really powerful messages.

Thank you. I’m glad you read them. I hope someone feels they make a difference. 

4 minutes ago, mayday said:

I admire them all. But the one that spoke to me like a very good friend is Defiance. I'm impressed again. Thank you.

I’m glad Defiance spoke to you. We will need to be defiant together for some time to come. 

B. Brecht: "Unhappy the land in need of heroes." I am afraid we will feel the meaning of those words again soon, almost everywhere on the planet...

Why I did not take in the last line of Descent on reading it the first time I cannot fathom. Now I do understand the first two poems better as there have been multiple readings between my first comment and this one.

Beautifully rendered indeed! Thank you - once more. Your feelings are shared even across the Atlantic.

I rarely comment on poetry, feeling it isn’t my place, but these three works perfectly built on one another and expressed precisely and eloquently my heavy heart. Defiance is particularly powerful and deeply resonating. Earlier today I had someone stop to ask me about a sticker on my vehicle from a resistance organization, so I know there is hope and the battles will go on. 

50 minutes ago, northie said:

Art is resistance. Art is defiance. Art speaks truth to power. It may not take to the streets or stand in the way of unjust laws, but every contribution is equally valid. Even more so if committing your words to (digital) paper helps you weather the oncoming storm. Self-care is going to be an important part of the next few years. 

These skyscrapers all speak loud and clear of what may be to come, couched in your inimitable style. 

Art may soothe, inspire, resist and defy.  It helps to write, still more it helps to know one is not alone. Thanks for reading, and for your encouraging words. 

43 minutes ago, mayday said:

B. Brecht: "Unhappy the land in need of heroes." I am afraid we will feel the meaning of those words again soon, almost everywhere on the planet...

Why I did not take in the last line of Descent on reading it the first time I cannot fathom. Now I do understand the first two poems better as there have been multiple readings between my first comment and this one.

Beautifully rendered indeed! Thank you - once more. Your feelings are shared even across the Atlantic.

 

We seem indeed bereft of heroes in this moment. That last line you speak of reflects the fear I have for myself and for many. Thanks again. 

45 minutes ago, 84Mags said:

I rarely comment on poetry, feeling it isn’t my place, but these three works perfectly built on one another and expressed precisely and eloquently my heavy heart. Defiance is particularly powerful and deeply resonating. Earlier today I had someone stop to ask me about a sticker on my vehicle from a resistance organization, so I know there is hope and the battles will go on. 

Thanks so much both for reading and for your response. I can only hope that you and many of us will have conversations about the small signs of defiance we see and plant around us every day.