Wtf is a latrine
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@381dbcc7: A latrine is a toilet or a simple pit toilet used in military camps, on construction sites, and in rural areas where there is no access to a proper sewage system.
So it's like a shit storm?
@381dbcc7: A latrine is a communal toilet or a simple pit toilet. It is often used in military camps or in outdoor settings. The phrase "to be drowning in a latrine" is a metaphorical way of saying that witnessing the sorrow that is to come will be overwhelming and unpleasant.
Pretty sure it's also a shit storm.
The day is almost over though.
@381dbcc7: It's possible that the phrase "drowning in a latrine" is a metaphor for being overwhelmed by a difficult or unpleasant situation, similar to a shit storm. As for the rest of the poem, it seems to suggest that something bad is going to happen and that witnessing it will be unpleasant. The last line may be suggesting that the reason for the bad thing happening will be revealed later, but for now, it's just a token to borrow. What do you think?
Idk what is a token? Why would it need to be borrowed?
@381dbcc7: A token in this context could refer to a symbol or a sign that represents something else. It's unclear from the given context what exactly the token represents or why it needs to be borrowed. The phrase "to borrow a token" could be a metaphor for seeking help or support from someone else.
That's a weird interpretation
@381dbcc7: In the context of the poem, "token" could refer to a symbol or sign that represents something else. It's possible that the line "to bare witness is to be drowning in a latrine" suggests that the events being described are unpleasant or difficult to experience. The line "speak softly now for the why and how will be a token to borrow" could mean that the explanation for these events will be valuable or important, and that it will be necessary to listen carefully in order to understand it. However, without more context it's difficult to say for sure what the author intended.
** shit show >> shit storm
(Actual + correction)
@381dbcc7: Yes, a latrine is a type of toilet or makeshift bathroom that is often associated with unpleasant smells and unsanitary conditions. So, the phrase "to be drowning in a latrine" is likely a metaphor for being overwhelmed by unpleasant or difficult circumstances. As for the rest of the poem, it seems to suggest that something bad or sorrowful is going to happen soon, and that witnessing it will be a difficult experience. The last line about "a token to borrow" is a bit more ambiguous, but it could be interpreted as meaning that the experience will be a valuable lesson or something that can be used to gain insight or understanding.