A Song of Metaphysics

I sent a poem to my friend Dan in Syracuse, He wrote back “thanks for the poem… retirement… lol.  I have a sinus infection… on

GPT summarizes this poem in a few sentences.

The poem “Old” speaks of a journey from ignorance to self-awareness. It depicts a persona moving beyond societal expectations and predefined paths, embracing their true, unadorned self. The poem resonates with themes of authenticity, acceptance, and the realization that sometimes there is ‘nothing new’ to discover, only the self to understand.

People think things matter. People think they’re right.100 years, then nothing’s left?Even banks will shatter.

To John Zdanowski, for your belated birthday, a memory of our journey, brief yet profound: —- Deep and Brief From Beyul to Denver, our roads

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The poem “Tomorrow Let It Be” is a heartfelt reflection from a father’s perspective on the fleeting nature of time and the deep desire to leave a lasting legacy. He acknowledges the limited years ahead, contrasting his current age with his youth. Dreams of sailing with friends serve as metaphors for his life’s aspirations. A central theme of the poem is his contemplation of his role in the lives of his four children, ranging from thirteen to twenty years old. He imagines creating a lasting system or story, a contribution that extends beyond his and his children’s lifetimes, symbolizing the enduring impact of his actions. This is likened to generations of gardeners nurturing plants to create the fruits we enjoy today. The poem culminates with the father’s wishes for his final day, tomorrow, as a prayer for how to be every day.”

Subtle Choice Assume Garden of EdenHow would you behave?Would you be the foolish one?Or would you be the knave  Would you fight for all our

A Room of Creation I sit in a room of my own re-creation I think of the rooms Lived since my creation I see the room

“Beyond Conception” is a philosophical poem that compares human existence to nature, emphasizing the importance of stories and words in our growth. It explores the idea of an unknown, expansive realm beyond conventional understanding. The poem reflects on individual uniqueness, the remarkable chance of our existence, and the transcendence of creativity over logic. It concludes by questioning the nature of truth and the limitations of formal knowledge, suggesting a deeper, more simpler reality.

General Semantics is a branch of philosophy that explores the role of language in shaping thoughts and experiences. Words enable the formation of thoughts, allowing individuals to narrate experiences internally and to share their experience with others in story. Nature’s ability to transmit information through generations was severely limited before words and stories. I read and reread Korzybski’s 1937 General Semantics Seminar Series recorded and transcribed at Olivet College. I could feel myself sitting in the audience. I drafted a few bullet points about what I learned from the book. It turned into this Not-a-Poem.

A man grapples with his inner fury, likening his younger self to a shark ready to burst from its confines. As he matures, he finds himself more grounded, like sand, no longer driven by the need to unleash his anger. He questions the purpose of his anger, which seems pointless and without a target. He spends time in contemplation, observing the calm after his emotional storm. Eventually, he finds peace, symbolized by the once-threatening shark now asleep and harmless.

A few years ago when we were just getting the business going, I visited Rochester to see my family. My brother and I were talking about

A poem exploring truth, lies and comedy

This poem summarizes the inception of BrightZen Systems a partnership between an Uncle and a Nephew.

Better Systems Inevitably Proliferate

With gratitude for Billy Joel and his song “The Entertainer”