Sunday, 6 July 2014

THOM THE WORLD POET: The Daily Poem


Rob Ayling writes: 

"Thom the World poet is an old mate of mine from way back in my history. Even pre-dating Voiceprint, when I was running "Otter Songs" and Tom's poetry tapes and guest appearances with Daevid Allen, Gilli Smyth Mother Gong are well known and highly regarded. It just felt right to include a daily poem from Thom on our Gonzo blog and when I approached him to do so, he replied with in seconds!!! Thom is a great talent and just wants to spread poetry, light and positive energy across the globe. If we at Gonzo can help him do that - why not? why not indeed!!" (The wondrous poetpic is by Jack McCabe, who I hope forgives me for scribbling all over it with Photoshop)

UNRESOLVED
WHEN I BECAME AMERICAN
Clinton sent a message to new citizens
'Welcome to America-an ongoing experiment in democracy!"
In process and unresolved-open carry,fluoride in city water,
abortion,contraception,State's rights,human rights,immigration
privitised prisons-the list grows endless and on
Yet when July 4 is celebrated -Bar-B-Qs and hot dogs...
(where e coli and salmonella might be found-
on white bread with white sugar added) I love this ongoing conversation
and the passion that led to a Bill of Rights in a Constitution
This is a work in progress.We are in process.
Art is life ,translated for future citizens.


I vote every chance i get.

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