Musings: Inglorious Positions
Where lies the glory Of blind guides Inglorious is The temple with corrupt gates Where lies the savour Of tasteless salt Inglorious is The meal with neutral seasoning Where lies the brightness Of hidden light Inglorious is The lamp with retired flame Where lies the beauty Of ugly spirit Inglorious is The pretty with empty heart Where lies the victory Of weary soldiers Inglorious is The battle with little strength Where lies the wealth Of working poor Inglorious is The lowly with prideful look Where lies the goodness Of ill wind Inglorious is The gift with no love Where lies the profit Of busy ant Inglorious is The winter with meagre store Where lies the path Of tactless sea Inglorious is The voyage with sleepy sailor Where lies the future Of ignorant youth Inglorious is The book with little history Where lies the vision Of blurry eyes Inglorious is The zeal with little knowledge Where lies the wisdom Of miry clay Inglorious is The speech with empty words ... Photo credit: