By Leon Basin

March 14th, 2018, 11:06 AM

Patterns perplexed to give rise to chaos,
Exquisite life forms entrapped in a soup,
Visual images engrossing similes,
Abstract demeanor changes the flow.
Symmetry reacted and acted upon,
Imagination runs from the political that is political,
Agenda is on the menu today.

Melancholy DREAMY and woke the sleeping giant.
Gifting the basket of interwoven escapes,
Who’s right, who’s wrong, and who is just not listening?
Do experiences lead us to the slaughter, or do politicians care to offer…
An amendment of change, a will of the gods, or is it, one GOD?

Confusion sets in—order now.
Robotic overlords will not attack us now.
Human Intelligence vs. the Artificial Intelligence.
Who is winning this race?
Stargazing below the third chakra.
It’s like a fallen rain that clears the altar,
Without the sweeping dismay of when one falters.
Who’s the idol and who’s the mother?
Mother nature is losing its patience…
Perhaps not, that is just a FEAR emblem,
Strengthening our handwritten signature that is our DNA.

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Navigating the Chaotic Tides of Modern Existence
In “Chaotic Reaction,” we journey through the perplexing dance of order and disorder that defines our current age. From the rise of technology and artificial intelligence to the entangled web of politics and personal beliefs, this piece invites us to question our roles, our reactions, and our responsibilities in a world that often seems to teeter on the edge of control and chaos. As we stargaze beyond the obvious and dive deep into the uncharted waters of our collective consciousness, we are reminded of the fragility of nature, the unpredictability of the human spirit, and the relentless push of progress.

This poem is not just a reflection; it’s a call to engage, to wonder, and to acknowledge the complex, sometimes conflicting forces that shape our lives.

Let’s explore these themes together and reflect on the paths we are carving in this intricate dance of existence.