Poem -
" ANDREUS'S AUTISM "
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There's something sinister
Lurking,
Just beneath his innocence.
A flame
So hot, it's reminiscent
Of the pain.
A pristine symptom
Working,
To rage it's way
Across his face.
For, somewhere inside of him
There's a Bengal Cat,
Pacing,
Back, and forth.
Padding his gilded cage
Comes the rage
Built by a simple fact,
He's aware,
That there's,
No way of
Coming back...
Tony Taylor (Chicago)
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Hello Tony, Lovely write, Enjoyed very line, Highly descriptive.It Reminds me of a story "The bottled leopard" a boy who had a spirit of a leopard trapped in him and make him become and behave as one.. Great Job. Thanks for sharing this lovely piece.Cheers.
Hey Cleo!!.......cool story my friend..........I'd love to know more about that leopard trapped in human form........."The bottled leopard" is on my radar........thanx for that..........and the groovy comment bro!!.........smiles.........T xo
compelling poem, T...I did more than a few re thinks on this one, first it struck me as a duality of nature piece; the dormant beast within some of us, that has to be suppressed, then I was leaning to a sense of captivity, true freedom taken away, and anger building, but for me these pull quoted lines takes this write to a powerful place, it leaves the reader with a lot to chew on...still pondering; love that...very impressive work...cheers T
'Comes the rage
Built by a simple fact,
He's aware,
That there's,
No way of ,
Coming back'
Mamma Jamma!!........you are SO friggin' on it!!..........yes you're right.........I just got out of the hospital where I observed a man with Autism up close and personal............he could be violent at moments when someone touched his food wrong etc............he would strike out by pinching skin.........waving violently and raising his voice..........when I was able to get his eyes..........I could see a man who was trapped in a body he didn't understand..........a man seeking a way out!!...........he was amazing..........this wrote itself..........miss you bro!!............Love and Rockets!!...........T xo
All your writes get the mind working !!! :)
Great piece, I feel, written in a somewhat reflective mood ! A piece expressing the inner spirit ! Enjoyed.
Welcome back. Missed your works !!!
:)
Absolutely Sir Waters!!!........a VERY reflective mood.........at the hospital observing human behavior...........not much more to do when you're in one of those places.........except write of course (smiles)...........thanx for this my friend!!...........Love and Rockets!!........T xo
I spent years visiting hospital when my father was ill and the patients determination, character and bravery puts everything in perspective ! Hospitals are where the spirit can be clearly seen. This can be very uplifting in many instances !
Wishing you all the best as always ! :)
It is so good to have you back on here !
These lines are extremely thought provoking. I can take several different scenarios and apply it to this but of course I think it is about the first thing that came to my mind...very relatable in many ways. Every time you write your poetry intrigues me more and more. Love it!! Adding to my favorites.
Val ♥
Thanx Valerie!! ........I am pleasantly surprised that you'd put this in favorites.........it's my impression of a man with Autism whom I observed in my recent hospital stay..........like he was caged and trying to find his way out kinda thing.........always a pleasure sister girl!!.........HUGZ!!..........T xo
I definitely was picturing something different in my mind for some reason. How heartbreaking. I'm happy you explained the meaning behind it and will still remain in my favorites. Much Love!
Val ♥
Hey t I think alot of people can relate to this write in their own lives . Being caged in a marriage with no thought of a happy ending. We all can feel trapped like the beautiful tiger in your pic but sometimes you can find a way out.glad to see you back on cosmo. Hugs to you rock
Hey Rock!!.........glad you could relate to this............thanx so much it's good to be back bro!!............Love and Rockets!!............T xo
A well thought through superb piece T` This makes the reader stop and think of others who are not as fortunate as them. Well written sweety.
I love you Beasty
G xx
Thanx Georgie!!........yes, it was an unfortunate soul that inspired this piece...........thanx again girlfriend.............talk to ya later!!..........your Beasty Boy............T xo