Network Paradox

 Train Network

The slow steady strum . . .

the ancient heartbeat of America

still pulsing down the track

pushing coal and cargo

through the starving network:

satisfying the energy needs of

America.

not behemoths bullying on the highways.

nor roaring eagles drawing attention in the skies.

not giants barging down the river .

just the soft rumble of lifelines

connecting the brokenness of America

Network Train

The Network pounds out messages 

of frustration . . .

and of fear . . . 

and of feelings   . . .

of hopelessness   . . .

Like a long string of train cars

with never ending gloom. 

Any real communication is drowned out 

by the loud pounding

of noise on rails with

their messages of doom.

And then. . ..

the noise fades, 

calm arrives, 

before the next frantic pounding message 

comes down the track.