social commentary
There's a rich history of poetry serving as social commentary, intended to inspire calls to action.
SAUL & BASEBALL
Met an extraterrestrial, who called himself Saul. Introduced him to America's pastime, baseball. Cuz, had an extra ticket for the Rangers' game.
Babs IversonPublished 9 months ago in PoetsThe Alien in My Knee
I met a tiny alien who crashed into my knee. He set up camp inside the joint, away from gravity. He needed time to mend his damaged vessel and broken bones,
Cathy holmesPublished 9 months ago in Poets- Content Warning
Kano's Scholarly Legacy
Introduction Kano State of Nigeria, a city steeped in history and tradition, has long been renowned as a hub of scholastic and academic pursuits. It is a place where the pursuit of knowledge has thrived for centuries, fostering an environment that continues to inspire both scholars and students alike. In this narrative, we will explore the rich history of Kano as a center of learning, its enduring traditions, and the recent developments that exemplify its commitment to education, with a special focus on Khalifa Isyaku Rabiu University.
Jibril yusuf NakuduPublished 9 months ago in Poets A Dog's Day
I fret I’m cold, tired, and wet I’m shaking, thinking of the vet Will she take me today? Why do they always take me away?
Atomic HistorianPublished 9 months ago in PoetsLet Me Sink Your Battleship
Let me sink your battleship With my yellow rubber ducky I've got an Optimus Prime You've got a tub of slime Your boy's a no show
Paul StewartPublished 9 months ago in PoetsJ. K. Rowling Plus
I will love J. K. no matter what the mobs spit into their mean faces. ..... I’m no Potter fan only Rowling in the deep
Patrick M. OhanaPublished 9 months ago in PoetsSleepless
Sleep eludes me No matter how many sheep are counted No matter what position the blanket I can’t seem to catch sleep
Mohammed DarasiPublished 9 months ago in PoetsControlling Your Emotions 🖤
Biggest strength for men is control over his emotions Biggest weakness for men is to let temper take over Biggest mistake for men is to let anger manipulate his thoughts
The Trap of Time
Time is a trap It keeps us in patterned lifestyles and lifecycles Keeps our memories safe but unreachable We can't go back
Paul StewartPublished 9 months ago in PoetsThe Life
Life is not ended on social interactions or even the language of communications even through writing art and all kinds of creative fields
She looks like Madonna
The girl on the other side She looks like Madonna When she was young She even dresses the same way Talking on the phone whole day
Whatever
I don't know if I should laugh or cry You are making me feel more often as I am about to die and then I rescue myself from all of Your chains