Raw Poetry by Rev. Shakes Spear
Strange Visitors
The frequencies that frequent me
Just arrive, they never knock.
In they pour, bringing more of everything they’ve got.
I don’t recall inviting them all
But they claim I was insistent.
And they couldn’t resist bringing their gifts, eventhough now I’m against it.
‘Too late,’ they said,’you made your bed
But now’s no time for sleeping.
We’re gonna sit here and stare into mirrors
To see if we’re laughing or weeping.’
‘You’re all just insane, I’m not playing this game.
You need to gather your gifts and go!’
‘Oh,’ but they cried, ‘we’re staying inside.
We’ve got a feeling we think that you know.’
‘Know what?’ I said, ‘That you’re in my head?
Yeah, I’m beginning to figure that out.’
‘Well, that’s a good start, but don’t think you’re smart,’
Scolded the old men, Fear, Anger, and Doubt.
‘Please let us leave, a nice reprieve is all we could ever ask.’
‘Just like that?’
‘Yes, of course, young man, but don’t you dare invite us back.’
2-5-24
Analysis
Just for fun – here is an ‘auto-generated excerpt (AI analysis) of this poem:
“Reverend Shakes Spear’s “Strange Visitors” is a contemplation of internal struggles as uninvited guests. These personified emotions—Fear, Anger, and Doubt— enter the speaker’s mind unannounced and unwelcome, bringing turmoil. They refuse to leave, despite the speaker’s pleas for relief. This raw poetry explores the concept of mental battles where the individual feels invaded and overwhelmed by their own subconscious. The speaker achieves awareness of these internal visitors, hinting at a broader understanding of the self. The forces within mock his desire for peace, emphasizing the enduring nature of such internal conflicts.”
“Reverend Shakes Spear’s poem “Strange Visitors” personifies unwelcome emotions as uninvited guests imposing turmoil on the speaker’s mind. Frequencies like Fear, Anger, and Doubt claim to have been summoned, resist departure, and mock the speaker’s efforts for ease. The poem navigates the internal battlefield where one struggles with intrusive subconscious forces, seeking but denied tranquility. Through confrontation and a begrudging self-awareness, the poem delves into the often-permanent struggle with one’s deeper psychological visitors. An analysis suggests the poem reflects on the enduring nature of internal conflicts and the journey towards self-understanding in the midst of mental chaos.”