Yellow Trick Road

Yellow Trick Road

A Poem by Pete
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A satire on life's journey, empty promises, faith, etc. all due credit to 'The Wizard of Oz'.

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Image result for yellow line on highway

They said he had all the answers.
Living in a city of green.
Could fix a dream.
Harvest a heart.
Bestow a brain.
Coerce courage.
Grant wishes.
All it takes is three clicks with magic slippers.
Reassuring, ruby, red Reeboks.
At the end of a rainbow.

Stay away from twisters, b*****s and poppies.
Pay no attention to that man behind the curtain.
There's no place like home.
Your own Pleasuredome.
Complete with Munchkins to-go from Dunkin' Donuts.
You can't go back if you don't know how it works.
Obey the laws.
Meet The Great Oz.
Take what is mystically bestowed.
 Just follow the ...
... yellow trick road ...

© 2017 Pete


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I enjoy the way you pieced reality to aspects of oz... short but filled with trust. Thanks for the read.
beware the fields of poppy :)


Posted 6 Years Ago


Excellent twist on the age-old tale! You dug out some great details, twisted them slightly, & revamped this load of promises. Your sarcasm is palpable! *wink! wink!* You do satire so good! *smile* Fondly, Margie

Posted 6 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Pete

6 Years Ago

yes, a classic tale that tells so much about life. took a little poetic license along the way. tha.. read more
Promises promises .... that's what happens when we loose our critical thinking ..... well written!

Posted 6 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Pete

6 Years Ago

indeed. thank you.
Great! Love the satire. Also love your use of words, and the alliteration. The poem flows along as if on that road! Nicely done.

Posted 6 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Pete

6 Years Ago

a classic movie with a classic spin on life. thank you ever so much G.A.A. blessings in the new ye.. read more
I think we all have to be a changeling or a chameleon to blend into this current world. Nice writing Mr Spock I mean Pete:)

Posted 6 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Pete

6 Years Ago

don't we though? world changing so fast, hard to keep up sometimes ...
Beautifully worded. I love how you used the title as the last line, coming back full circle, arriving home once again. The lines from Oz fit well with the poem, yet still keeping the suburban feel of the poem intact. Great writing!

Posted 6 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Pete

6 Years Ago

thanks ever so much. your time and friendship is appreciated. happy holidays!

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