Men are Homeric, women are ineffable.
Let Solomon or the bards hallow the woman,
Historians and heros shall judge the man,
The pathetic man, who wept, tearing out his hair,
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Matthew, some good lines here but the entire poem is weighed down by its insistence on offering life lessons, a kind of heavy-handed philosophizing. Maybe read some good contemporary poets like Billy Collins, who can show you that a good poem can be serious but without being solemn. If you'd like, check out my new website: jeffersoncarterverse.com Let me know how you like it. Yrs, JC
Well conceived and nicely penned. A witty reflection set aside for sober reflection. Very philosophical. Thanks for sharing Matthew and do remain enriched.
Thank you!