The Santa Ana Poem of the Week is “21st-Century Hedonism” by Brennan Roach

The Santa Ana Literary Association will be presenting a new poem by a local poet every week this year. This week’s poem is 21st-Century Hedonism by Brennan Roach.

21st-Century Hedonism

By: Brennan Roach

Have you seen my post?
It’s been liked by most.
Please cast your vote
To help me boast.

Warning!

The burnout scene is a revolving door
A microcosm of all generations
It’s an ego type that sways in the wind of intention
on the barometer of revolution and complacency
Make sure to mold the wax before you burn the wick

Brennan Roach is an artist, musician, and ardent proponent of literature. His band, Time and Energy, is a favorite among Santa Ana locals. He’s also the Executive Director of Prestidigitational Finances and Eidetic Acquisitions at the Santa Ana Literary Association. You can find more of his work at https://www.brennanroach.com.

Art Pedroza Editor
Our Editor, Art Pedroza, worked at the O.C. Register and the OC Weekly and studied journalism at CSUF and UCI. He has lived in Santa Ana for over 30 years and has served on several city and county commissions. When he is not writing or editing Pedroza specializes in risk control and occupational safety. He also teaches part time at Cerritos College and CSUF. Pedroza has an MBA from Keller University.
Art Pedroza

Our Editor, Art Pedroza, worked at the O.C. Register and the OC Weekly and studied journalism at CSUF and UCI. He has lived in Santa Ana for over 30 years and has served on several city and county commissions. When he is not writing or editing Pedroza specializes in risk control and occupational safety. He also teaches part time at Cerritos College and CSUF. Pedroza has an MBA from Keller University.

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