Nobility Redefined

mimpi
On Friday evening, I saw a noble man

Getting down from his limousine

Smelling of filthy riches and conceit

Full of fads, demurs and 'yes boss'es around

Shoving away a just breathing old lady

Sinking hollow with dark penetrating eyes

As if she was a material

That didn't amuse him

And he didn't want to buy!

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Mimpi (Mou D) is freelance writer who writes to express her thoughts and views on this enriching journey of life. She is always looking forward to learn and share her insights while living life to the fullest.  View profile

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  • Cathy A Montville1/15/2009

    Quite interesting and kind of sad as well! We are all equals!

  • J P Whickson1/9/2009

    Super visuals. I could feel his disdain as Iread it. Great poem.

  • Sreenath S Kumar1/8/2009

    good one...

  • Sheryl Young1/7/2009

    Made me think of the widow with one coin to put in Jesus' plate. Who is the better person?

  • Mary-Jane Jones1/4/2009

    And who was he to think that he was worth more than that lady?? We're all born the same way.... Powerful poem!

  • jcorn12/27/2008

    I'm glad you pointed out the inhumanity in some people, reminding us not to make snap judgments. People deserve to be treated with respect, no matter their clothing or income level.

  • golgappi12/27/2008

    Hi mimpi,

    So true!! And so sad!! The old lady could be anyone........me,you.... but just imagine if the old lady is in his place and he, in old lady's shoes......meted out with same treatment. I like the way you think and feel for not so fortunate ones. - Daffodil .....alias......Golgappi.......that is Phochka....or phochki..lol

  • Carol Bengle Gilbert12/26/2008

    So dramatic!

  • Louisa Burgess12/26/2008

    powerful and full of truth

  • Alok12/25/2008

    A very apt title . It's sad that people relate to nobility with materialism and not with values. It's suffocating and enraging to see the disgusting behaviour of some in this way. It's extremely well expressed Mimpi and it has me wondering as to what will make people like this to realise and awaken.

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