From ancient times, their
family had made people
laugh through their antics
Masks had been used to
describe the stories they wanted
to portray quite well
But as COVID struck,
clown masks of all kinds became
a rage all around
Fashion brands cashed in
as masks became a fashion
trend surprisingly
But many ended up
in a party wearing a
mask of idiocy
In all this, the clowns
kept pedaling their boat of
life to safety
Linking to dVerse Poetics: Clowning Around, Ragtag Daily Prompt: Party, Fandango One Word Challenge: Ancient, Your Daily Word Prompt: Describe, Tale Weaver #289 and Photo Challenge #328
msjadeli
Am I reading this right that the “mask of idiocy” at the party is no mask at all? If so, very clever!
transitionofthoughts
Thanks :).
rivrvlogr
That is one leaky boat.
transitionofthoughts
Haha true that. Would take quite a lot to plug the leak.
Stine Writing
Funny that the clowns are now laughing at us as we flounder through life trying to wear masks amongst those who still fight it.
transitionofthoughts
And that’s the irony of life currently, isn’t it? 🙂
Stine Writing
right?!?!
transitionofthoughts
🙂
Helen Dehner
A clown mask poem relevant for the time we live in and you are certainly right about the huge marketing opportunity for ‘designer’ masks. Well done.
transitionofthoughts
Thanks Helen :).
areadingwriter
oh wow. you covered so much about idiocy on this poem. so so true!
transitionofthoughts
Thanks :).
Michael
Excellent conclusion. Enjoyed your take. Thanks for sharing with us.
transitionofthoughts
Thanks 🙂