This poem by Deborah Pope contains many metaphors and similes to portray the meaning of life through this poem. All of the examples presented in this poem are things every person experiences as they continue on throughout their life. The title is meant to be read before reading the poem. When this done, the lines come together and fortify a stronger meaning to the poem. The main meaning of this poem is that life continues on no matter what happens and people will make it through. Every person is "like a train off its track," (19) at some point in their life where they have lost sense of direction. This poem serves the purpose of portraying this human blight to the common people. People can relate to these experiences, which is why I personally liked the poem. It captures an image of life and misdirection.
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