Shadow World

John
This is great work!   I have to say, it’s truly impressive. The way you explore the idea of life as a shadow — incomplete and confined — really makes me think about what we perceive versus what’s real. I love how you describe shadow inhabitants and minds as perfectly designed for a shadow life, which feels so relatable — we often live within our own limited realms, stuck behind walls of perception.
The imagery of shadows cascading infinitely, slices of the whole yet disconnected, is powerful. It paints a picture of our understanding as just fragments, forever limited by the walls we see. Your use of simple words but profound ideas creates a poem that’s both beautiful and thought-provoking. It’s like you’re inviting us to question the nature of reality and our place in it — whether we’re just shadows on a cave wall or something more.
Honestly, it’s a deep piece, and I think you did an amazing job mixing clarity with philosophical depth. I’m really looking forward to more of your work — you’ve got a real talent for it.

Another great piece, John. Excellence, as always.   B