An Introspective Stumble
When the thoughts flow alphabetically
Adventure has always led me to curious places
Better out than in, someone always said, so I
Cast myself across the country, but I
Don't think that it's the end for me.
Every choice comes at a price
Few understand that truly though.
Guess I'll see what life brings next
Hopefully,
It won't hurt me. And
Just because I've been here before, doesn't necessarily mean I
Know better. But
Living in the flow of things has taught me
Many dreams can (and do) coexist
Not every one is meant to last.
Often times they pass us by mere seconds
Pretending to give us a sense of stability
Quite the opposite though,
Reality sinks in and we get restless
Searching for more, or just... different.
The truth is, is that we are a discontent people
Under the impression of everything working out well enough, long enough
Visions of what could be flood along with anxiety
Where 'home' will be, is quite a question, the e-
-Xact place is so uncertain
Yet there is still hope for better, though
Zeroing on the answer, well that is another poem.
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Thank you for joining me on this poetically alphabetical journey. Maybe it resonated with you too, if it did, let me know.
I feel that this year will bring on quite a few adventures and it's best to try and keep as open of a mind as possible. All the best, to all of us.
About the Creator
Oneg In The Arctic
A storyteller and poet of arctic adventures, good food, identity, mental health, and more.
Co-founder of Queer Vocal Voices
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So, folks...I wanted to do something a bit different for my next challenge thingo. I wanted to turn things back on you - as many of you have been firm and constant supporters of me and I always feel I've been a let down in terms of reciprocating.
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Your flow here is superb! I feel resonance to see YOU in this poetic philosophy as I see myself as well...open...free...but of course, totally tuned in 😉
I love how you always put so much of who you are into your writing. Excellent work, Oneg!!!
This truly resonates with me. Life is so complex and intense, there is so much room for anxiety and discontent. I like these two lines especially: Reality sinks in and we get restless Searching for more, or just... different. Sometimes it is not more, as in money or possessions, that we crave but simply something different to break the monotony of life. Your decision to live in the Arctic comes to my mind as something different, since cold weather just does not work for me. From your writing, you have truly found your place, and I think that is great. Well written. Keep writing!
Very Creative! I love it!
Loved your truth telling here! These lines stood out to me personally, “Living in the flow of things has taught me, Many dreams can (and do) coexist” as that is where I want to be living more! And yes very relatable in many ways. I know you will continue to have many unexpected adventures! ☺️
This is so beautiful with so many gorgeous lines. One of my favourites was: "The truth is, is that we are a discontent people Under the impression of everything working out well enough, long enough" Stunning work. 💗
This is wonderful and inspiring. Well done.
I take it the search continues, at least in the more permanent sense of home. (It continues to warm my heart to think of how your in-laws have received you.)
Excellent! "Zeroing" was a great final letter. Be sure to add a line for J, K and X so you qualify for the challenge! I think you have a chance to win. 🌞
Ah, this definitely resonated. "We are a discontent people" that line really hit home. I appreciated your voice in this :)