Thread: Mortality of an Era

Mortality of an Era
By JK

I’ve watched the mindless masses wander over time;
with no emotion, empty faces, and wilting dreams.
Blind and unaware as apathetic waves erode
the ballast of life.

I’ve witnessed the schism of intelligence and
the hurried embracement of the ignorant;
while affinities towards effortless being
asphyxiated all ambition and craving.

I’ve observed the outcome of our choices
with fear, concern, and discomfort.
Disassociating from involvement
and washing hands of culpability.

I’ve faced the mortality of an era
persuaded by a mass of disregard.
Commuting repercussions
to undesired children.

I really like this one, and the observations spoke to the title well. It is rather more cerebreal than emotion filled, which is harder to connect to in a poem, I believe. I am not a fan of this type of formatting, but that's my personal preference speaking. Is there a particular reason you chose this format?

Oh I see you've changed the format, and I have to agree with your choice. It reads better this way. I love your final stanza, it is a perfect ending here.

I’ve faced the mortality of an era
persuaded by a mass of disregard.
Commuting repercussions
to undesired children.

I liked this too. Seemed to wrap up nicely. Thanks.