Berlin wall Quote by Jarod Kintz
““A Letter to Andre Breton, Originally Composed on a Leaf of Lettuce With an Ink-dipped Carrot On my bed, my green comforter draped over my knees like a lumpy turtle, I think about the Berlin Wall of years that separates us. In my own life, the years are beginning to stack up like a Guinness World Record’s pile of pancakes, yet I’m still searching for some kind of syrup to believe in. In the shadows of my pink sheet, I see your face, Desnos’ face, and two clock faces staring at each other. I see a gaping wound that ebbs rose petals, while a sweaty armpit holds an orchestra. Beethoven, maybe. A lover sings a capella, with the frothiness of a cappuccino. Starbucks, maybe. There’s an hourglass, too, and beneath the sands lie untapped oil reserves. I see Dali’s mustache, Magritte’s pipe, and bowling shoes, which leaves the question-- If you could time travel through a trumpet, would you find today and tomorrow too loud?””
About This Quote
Source Poem: Untitled Surreal Letter, 2023
A whimsical, surreal meditation on time, memory, and creative longing, blending absurd imagery with existential curiosity.
In simple terms: A wild, poetic musing on time and desire.
Key Takeaway
Embrace curiosity, let imagination guide you.
Themes
surrealism
creativity
time
memory
longing
Mood
playful
contemplative
quirky
Type
poetic
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- artistic brainstorming
- personal reflection
- writing prompts
- dream analysis
Key Concepts
absurdism
symbolism
existentialism
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the trumpet represent in your life?
- How do you navigate the “walls” that separate you from others?
A Different Perspective
The abstract style may obscure practical insight for some readers.
