Artificial reality

Artificial reality

A Poem by Devisree Anoop
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Today's world from the eyes of a full-bloomed tree

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The street is crowded with dashing vehicles touring around;

But the mass is moving slow with their heads bowed and gazes focused on their screens.

While a few found comfortable seats just beneath the benches on my pavement,

To my surprise, I saw them wearing smart glasses beneath my visual extravagance

I played a whimsical melody gently swaying my twigs

Though no one gave ears to my chimes, for most of them had plugged-in ears

Soundproofing this world beyond their self-imposed boundaries,

Later I changed my tone that turned to a scream in pain

Voicing to look up and see a long-fulfilled dream of my three generations in full bloom,

All I could see were my virtual images flashing on screens that passed by me

I remembered their forefathers who planted us to astonish them with spectacular visual treats

But everything went in vain as this new world always says

Each moment that count matters to swift from one notion to another

Blurring the lines between real and virtual.

© 2018 Devisree Anoop


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How sad; yet it has certainly become true. Walking around, head down, concentrating on your phone, is not only dangerous, but it robs one of appreciation for our beautiful world.
I always thought of the danger, but now I see a whole new aspect of this sad situation.
Thank you for saying that.

Posted 5 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Devisree Anoop

5 Years Ago

Thanks for reading this and the effort in writing a review, Angel!



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It's really wonderful, showing the stark reality of so-called modern world. The poem is really vibrant and touching the heart of readers. Amazing work! Keep writing!

Posted 4 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

How sad; yet it has certainly become true. Walking around, head down, concentrating on your phone, is not only dangerous, but it robs one of appreciation for our beautiful world.
I always thought of the danger, but now I see a whole new aspect of this sad situation.
Thank you for saying that.

Posted 5 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Devisree Anoop

5 Years Ago

Thanks for reading this and the effort in writing a review, Angel!

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Added on September 20, 2018
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