Is it okay to leave out the sky?
Is it alright to not ask why?
Houses are easy,
so's a garden or yard.
But the sky is a bugger,
it's too f***ing hard.
The sea makes me feel stupid
I can't tell waves apart.
The ocean's mostly a mystery.
A picture's no good, I want a chart.
People are simple in jigsaws,
unfortunately not in real life.
The world looks harmonious in jigsaws.
There's no hint of suffering or strife.
So, is it okay to leave out the sky?
Is it alright to not ask why?
Loved this Dave. I've always thought it better not to show people the picture on the box.
Yes, I was about to write the same as Isobel. Interesting and cleaver idea for a poem. Win
An interesting idea Dave and quite true. How many people do you know who are missing a crucial piece?
What a great story, but no. It was inspired by my wife saying she couldn't be bothered to do the sky in her jigsaw, and the thought that the sky is a metaphor for questions metaphysical
Hi Dave,
I'm wondering whether this was prompted by the recent news story:
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/newstopics/howaboutthat/7737064/Pensioner-finally-completes-5000-piece-jigsaw-after-maker-provides-the-one-missing-piece.html
I guess we all have a few pieces missing - I know I do.
Regards,
A.E.
darren thomas
Tue 25th May 2010 11:23
Hi Dave - nice to see you're experimenting with different styles.
I had a police friend who we called 'Jigsaw' - for no other reason than he always went to pieces when he was in the (witness) box. Daft - but true.
I like this poem too, Dave. It is so easy to relate to.
If you wish to post a comment you must login.
This site uses cookies. By continuing to browse, you are agreeing to our use of cookies.
Francine
Thu 27th May 2010 02:52
You pose some interesting questions Dave, related to puzzles and life...
I personally get frustrated when my puzzles have missing pieces ; )