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(Although not initially written for Ink Empress contest, I believe it fits nicely)
In this evocative sestina, a daughter (Gen Z) of the digital age addresses her father (Baby Boomer), highlighting the stark contrast between their work philosophies. The poem opens the generational divide, exploring the father's value placed on stability and long-term loyalty versus the daughter's desires for freedom and a career fueled by passion. The poem creates the scene of her world - and the boundless potential of the freelance life, contrasting it with the father's experience of a more traditional, structured work environment.
Side Note: My youngest daughter, a Gen Z, and I, the boomer, have some of the most interesting conversations, always in love and respect. I have learned a lot from her, as I do manage many of this generation.
- Blessings,
Daniel Henry Rodgers
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