TWO POEMS FROM TURBULENT TIMES!

BARE FACTS

where do we fit
this scheme of things
these dog fights
the thugs at the helm
their concubines in tow
the fight for privileges
that is the whole story

NO DROWNING

never to drown these thoughts
drown these thoughts in euphoria
still in love with socratic scepticism
questioning the answers they give
espousing chameleonic caution still
nothing wrong with doubting thomas
the tortoise will complete its journey