DrKen

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Professor...Former University Provost...Person with a lot of opinions. :-)

  December 2024     1 day ago

Submitted Poems 3 total

Ode to "Christian" Nationalism

Rise, thou holy nation, robed in red, white, and blue.
Thy sacred creed not "blessed are the meek," but “might makes right” for you.
With Bibles thumped and banners raised, you march to make things clear: This land is yours—and yours alone—by...

by Ken Miller

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Here We Set Our Roots

In this tender field of love delights,
Here, 'neath love's gaze, our hearts take flight.
Jenny and Louis, hearts knit as one,
In the dance of forever, our journey's begun.

With every whispered vow, a seed is sown,
In trust's fertile ground,...

by Ken Miller

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Ode to the Fragile Egg

Noble egg, a fragile sight,
On the plate, a sizzling bite.
A hero of the breakfast table,
A symbol of what’s now unstable.

The people, weary, tired and fed,
Looked at their plates, hearts full of dread—
The bacon price, the gas so steep,
In...

by Ken Miller

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added 20 days ago
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Latest Comments: 13 total

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Thank you for sharing your thoughts. It’s interesting how poetry can evoke such strong reactions—sometimes it challenges us, and that’s part of its power. Your comment highlights an important point about the role of poetry as social commentary—it’s meant to provoke thought and stir emotions, even if it unsettles us. Oh...I loved your use of "trumped" in your reply. Nicely done, good sir! 

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You captured the essence of sarcastic poetry beautifully! Its ability to be both intriguing and slightly perplexing is what makes it such a powerful tool for social commentary. Your observation highlights how this form of expression challenges us to think more deeply—great insight! Thank you for taking the time to read and then comment on my poem. 

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, What an intriguing and thoughtful way to phrase it...mis-inspired! Your comment highlights the complex nature of inspiration, even when it's rooted in differing perspectives. It's fascinating how words hold such power—to challenge, to unite, and to provoke deeper thought. Bravo to you as well for your sparking reflection! 

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, I don't think I'll ever look at an egg the same way again. :-)

18 days ago

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, I appreciate your comment. You took the poem as intended a socially critical take on the priorities of some Americans.

18 days ago

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, thank you!! I enjoyed developing the story and crafting the poem. I am glad you enjoyed reading it.

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, so kind of you! The poem, as you note, is a social critique of choices and how choices can lead to unfortunate and unanticipated consequences. Thank you for taking the effort to reply once having read the poem. 

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, thank you for the kind feedback. I had the aid of an online translation tool and believe the following is the translation (or close to it) in English. You certainly see what I was trying to achieve with the poem. Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback.
"This is a socially critical poem and effectively conveys its concepts. Phrases such as "hero," "breakfast table," and "their wages were silenced" are excellent, and the egg is an appropriate symbol for the economic concept and social instability." 

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Thank you for the feedback. Certainly, I understand all people do not agree, which is or should be expected. Thank you for appreciating the poem for what it is...a take on the 2024 election.

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Enjoyed very much!

19 days ago

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A moving reminder about the human cost of war.

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Thoughtful and containing a good measure of wisdom.

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Nicely done. I enjoyed reading it.

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