What stayed with me is the idea that comfort can hold us in place more effectively than fear. The poem makes that realization feel physical, as if the ground itself shifts once clarity arrives. The final lines leave a disturbing sense that crossing a moral boundary can become easier when it starts to feel permitted.
Nice one. I like the rebel spirit of it
Rebel spirit. 🫠 Thanks Zoe, I appreciate it.
I love this!
I appreciate you, Franky. 🫶
It's so damn good!
I've heard that before-- Oh, it was from you! 😆
At some point you wrote/commented "You're so damn creative!".
I'll never forget that.
I suppose I needed to hear that back then.
This is great, Sam—it really struck a chord!
Uncertainty is part of the scheme.
Tread lightly; we must.
Better to be aware than in the dark—
Better late than never.
Contingencies and preparation
can offer peace of mind.
Comfort comes from focusing
on all that is good,
and knowing that we did
all that we could.
Thank you for your thoughtful reflection. So lovely 😍
What stayed with me is the idea that comfort can hold us in place more effectively than fear. The poem makes that realization feel physical, as if the ground itself shifts once clarity arrives. The final lines leave a disturbing sense that crossing a moral boundary can become easier when it starts to feel permitted.
What a thoughtful reflection on my poem, I appreciate it. Somehow I'm now specializing in disturbing and weird. 😀
I appreciate you Michèle. 🫶
Thanks https://substack.com/@ragodson, I appreciate your share. 🫶
A poem that makes me think as well as feel. Very well written!✨