It Ain’t Broken

Summary

The webpage features a poem titled "It Ain’t Broken" by Tom McLaughlin, along with a photograph by Manja Vitolic, and promotes McLaughlin's poetry books "Zombie Bait: Pieces of my Brain" and "Zombie Bait 2: More Bits."

Abstract

The web content presents a reflective poem by Tom McLaughlin, accompanied by a captivating image from Manja Vitolic. The poem, "It Ain’t Broken," evokes the atmosphere of a quiet, contemplative space where memories are pieced together, suggesting that perfection lies in imperfection. The text also serves as a platform for McLaughlin to advertise his poetry collections, "Zombie Bait: Pieces of my Brain" and its sequel "Zombie Bait 2: More Bits," inviting readers to explore more of his work. Additionally, the author encourages readers to connect with him on social media under the handle @vulturewriter.

Opinions

The poem implies that the beauty of imperfection is what makes things perfect.
The author uses the image of a somnolent house and a youngest child piecing together a memory to convey a sense of nostalgia and introspection.
The promotion of McLaughlin's books suggests a pride in his work and a desire to share it with a wider audience.
By providing links to his social media, McLaughlin appears to value reader engagement and community building.

It Ain’t Broken

Poetry