Being a fool

by lindsyjonesunknown, California, USA

Dec 2017 818 Views 9 comments

Being a fool

Well my love here's the rift
that lies between
It matters not what one may dream
Nor what another may convey
You have your own perception and way

No word or thought will change
or shake your temple built upon
the foundation you lay

Many fools may wish to stay
seeking your audience in their
peculiar dismay

Hence, it only empowers you
to push them away or to choose
what you want to convey

Overall, wisdom dictates to all concerned
love without pain
is love that never learns

Perception and knowledge are two different things
for one guesses the tone of how a message rings
The other has no need to assume what is truth
for it already knows how the bird sings

Nevertheless the fool continues his path to knowledge
blundering along in his own college
Yet are not fools allowed to dream or love or feel
for anyone without being a fool?

~ ~ ~ ~ ~

Posted: Dec 2017

About this poem:

This is written by a very good friend of mine.

I thought it's very interestingly beautiful and I'd love to share it.

I'm learning so much from this friend and I know I'm blessed to swim in his world.

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Comments (9)

mcradloffPlatteville, Wisconsin USADec 14, 2017

It reminds me of the Elvis Presley song "Wise men say only fools rush in, but I can't help falling in love with you."

lindsyjonesOPunknown, California USADec 14, 2017

Thanks Mac for commenting

lindsyjonesOPunknown, California USADec 15, 2017

I just want to thank a friend who wrote this.

Akeldama40Hernando, Florida USADec 16, 2017

This fool must think very much of you. Maybe you should give him consideration
it seems he is looking for a friend in you. Perhaps seeking approval from others
here it is not up to them but up to you. This poem seems to be directed to you.
The choice you have is to accept what this fool may be offering you. The ole saying
You snooze you lose

daniela777Mi Paraiso, Murcia SpainFeb 5, 2018

I think he is Lindsy..

morgen90210singapore, Central Singapore SingaporeFeb 5, 2018

Your friend is right
and so are the rest
but this I tell you
follow your heart

lindsyjonesOPunknown, California USAFeb 6, 2018

I never even thought of this idea that this feelings were intended for me. Wow, what can I say. I am glorifyingly happy, if there is such a word..

Akeldama, your comments are well noted.

Akeldama40Hernando, Florida USAFeb 6, 2018

Notes to make: that a fool who chases the wind in hope it will fill his sails but neglects the truth that one should not tread where one is not wanted.
However, where he was once wanted he foolishly pushed away. Kind of counter productive.