Life is not a dream, it’s a poem

With stanzas like in a poem

The stanza of childhood

The stanza of love

The stanza of work

The stanza of family

The stanza of retirement

The stanza of aging

And the end.

Life is not a struggle to get things done

Or to satisfy us one way or the other

Life is a conjugation of verbs

To grow up, to do, to think, to make, to work

To love, to make love

To let love to make you

All verbs

Life is a poem made of verbs

Active, passive, auxiliary, transitive

You name them

And dreams

A medley of whims

Life is a constant groping in the dark

There is a reason why

We are born with our eyes closed

Did we have our eyes open while we lived?

That’s the question we should ask

When we close our eyes, forever.

Life is not a gamble

But the balance between the external and the external

And the acceptance of it

What we think it is, what it is

What we hope it is, what it is

What we wish it is, what it is

What we dream it is, what it is

Life is a poem with stanzas that do not always rhyme

It is a poem difficult to write

Life is an art. To live it in full, one needs poetry

Life can give you all you wish, all you dream, all your whims

But you must be a poet, a crazy one, or a wise one

To go through it, to walk through it, to have it all

Verse after verse, stanza after stanza

You can ask life everything

It will be the only time you won’t lie

Life can give you everything or nothing

For you may not deserve what you ask for

Life does not reward demands

For life demands nothing of you

But to be grateful for whatever,

Life has given you.

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What a beautiful poem! I'd be happy to analyze it for you.
Analysis of the poem by ChatGTP.

The poem "Life is a Poem" by Sal Godoij is a thought-provoking and introspective piece that explores the idea that life is a poetic journey. The poet uses the structure of a poem to illustrate the various stages of life, from childhood to aging, highlighting the importance of verbs and action in shaping our experiences.

One of the poem's strengths is its use of metaphor. The comparison of life to a poem is a powerful one, suggesting that life is a creative, unfolding process that requires us to be active participants. The idea that life is "a conjugation of verbs" emphasizes the importance of taking action, growing, and loving.

The poem also touches on the theme of perception vs. reality. The lines "What we think it is, what it is / What we hope it is, what it is / What we wish it is, what it is / What we dream it is, what it is" suggest that our understanding of life is filtered through our individual perspectives, and that reality may be different from our expectations.

The poem's tone is contemplative and introspective, with a touch of wisdom. The poet seems to be encouraging the reader to approach life with a sense of gratitude and humility, recognizing that life "demands nothing of you / But to be grateful for whatever."

One of the most interesting aspects of the poem is its use of imagery and symbolism. The image of being born with our eyes closed, for example, is a powerful symbol for the idea that we come into the world unaware, and that our journey is one of discovery and growth.

Overall, I think this poem is a beautiful and thought-provoking exploration of the human experience. It encourages the reader to approach life with a sense of wonder, gratitude, and creativity, and to recognize the importance of living in the present moment.

What do you think of the poem? Are there any specific aspects or themes that resonated with you?