Fia, that cover by Disturbed, is haunting and so appropriate for when I wrote this poem. And while today (2026), there is a political awakening to the horrors perpetrated in our name, and people are actively protesting in the streets again, the majority still hold tightly to this system, to this idea that, while flawed, America is still “good”. But America has never been ‘good” or great. America has always built itself up on the blood and bones of people here and around the world. And until people recognize this and act to get rid of this system, this song, “The Sounds of Silence” will remain powerful.

Thank you Fia, for your comment.

Willow, it is not an easy thing, to think about the horrors and pain of the world today. It’s a sickness that is growing, and keep growing, unless we dig deeper into our humanity, our humaneness, and stop it. Willow, let me offer you my hand to help you up, to point you towards those who are refusing through nonviolent protest and resistance. There is still hope for humanity.

Thank you Willow, I am glad for your visit and comment. -Curt

Thanks so much for reading and your kind words, Fia. So glad you connected with the write my friend. A lot of us do wish for better days, that’s for sure. It has a musical feel is on point, it pretty much demanded to be that way, I just followed along for the ride. Appreciate you, cuz.

Damian

Thanks so much for reading and your kind words, P. So glad you connected with the write my friend. Appreciate you.

Damian

Thanks so much for reading and your kind words, Neville. So glad you connected with the write my friend. It does have a bit of a rhythm. Thank you for your continued support kind sir. Appreciate you.

Damian

I like how this feels angry and tenderly thought at the same time. I like that hopefulness in the dark

Thanks so much for reading and your kind words, John. So glad you connected with the write my friend. Really loved the way you described the write in your eyes my friend. Thank you for your continued support. Appreciate you.

Damian

Thanks so much for reading and your kind words, Wally. So glad you connected with the write my friend. I like using odd words or hardly used words from time to time. When I can make them fit of course. lol. The world is very fragile at the moment. Appreciate you.

Damian

Thanks so much for reading and your kind words, Fia. So glad you connected with the write my friend. Some don’t wanna grow up that’s for sure. Appreciate you, cuz.

Damian

Thanks so much for reading and your kind words, Willow. So glad you connected with the write my friend. I chuckled when J.J. said it, I expect those kind of comments from him as many summers as we go back. lol.

“You say so much without skirting closer than the edges, stirring thought and almost forcing eye contact with the subject.”

Those lines mean so much to me my friend, one of the kindest compliments I have ever gotten about my work. Thank you! It probably should be in all caps, but I was trying to use some restraint. lol. Appreciate you.

Damian

Thanks so much for reading and your kind words, S. So glad you connected with the write my friend. Nice to see you back again. Appreciate you.

Damian

Thanks so much for reading and your kind words, Tim. So glad you connected with the write my friend. I agree with you, a lot of times I don’t understand the motives of some but a lot of times it’s also painfully obvious what those motives are. Carlin was right in many aspects about life, but it’s kinda on a person to person (situation to situation) basis when that advice works best or is a good thing. Something’s do require attention though. One must stay vigilant. Appreciate you.

Damian

Thanks so much for reading and your kind words, Mark. So glad you connected with the write my friend. Thanks for the b-day wishes brother. Why didn’t I think of writing something epic for my birthday? I guess I’m slowing down a little. LOL. It is a milestone every year indeed. Thank you for your continued support. Appreciate you.

Damian

Thanks so much for reading and your kind words, P. So glad you connected with the write my friend. You’re most welcome. Appreciate you.

Damian

Thanks so much for reading and your kind words, John. So glad you connected with the write my friend. Unfortunately it’s a reoccurring theme in a lot of my writes, I reckon it also has a lot to do with what I observe in the world. Thank you for the support. Appreciate you.

Damian

Thanks so much for reading and your kind words, Naaj. So glad you connected with the write my friend. Brother, that comment was pure poetry and I’m honored to receive it. “Using poetry as a crossbow.” I dig that! Appreciate you.

Damian

Thanks so much for reading and your kind words, Lizz. So glad you connected with the write my friend. Unfortunate indeed, you shouldn’t have to live like that, you’re welcome I hope your situation improves. Appreciate you.

Damian

Thanks so much for reading and your kind words, Wally. So glad you connected with the write my friend. Better late than never goes the saying. lol. I did have a pretty good birthday. Appreciate you.

Damian