Huh, I see you have gotten some slightly harsh comments. But, ah well...
In my point-of-view, I really like this. I never really thought of touch all that much, took it too much for granted. I have to agree with you; certain things would be better to touch then to just see from afar.
I enjoyed reading this, even if it's just your opinion about something. It really made me think. Thanks. :]
It is my opinion that hanuman missed the point and took it all too literally. The way I interpreted your poem was 'experience, rather than second-hand information'. Yes/no?
In any case, I felt the poem was too simplistic. There was very little imagery or emotional depth to this, and the lack is apparent. You got the message across, but in the most boring way possible (says me). Really, it's less a poem and more a list.
I would rather touch a rose than smell its perfume.
I would rather touch a tenor's vibrating throat than hear Caruso sing.
I would rather touch the sea with my toes than see the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef.
I would rather touch a high voltage wire, a rattlesnake, a jar of sulphuric acid than believe the warning signs.
Touch is just one sense of many and when all senses fail, it is the knowledge that once we could see and touch and hear and taste and small that gives us final comfort.
I didn't dislike your poem. I just take issue with your opinion. To know is the best of all.
Submission Name: Touch
