I think the rioting is completely understandable, even when it becomes opportunist, it’s the only answer to powerful deafness. But it’s also the grief cycle, anger is a natural response. Injustice and grief are powerful forces. I want to write about that more. Thank you so much for sharing that Liz.
I hope you do write more about the experience of that grief and anger, just as you did with this poem. Sadly, while I agree that rioting is a natural expression of anger and grief, my next thought was that those riots will get Trump reelected, which will only perpetuate the suffering and injustice.
I think it’s boiling. I’m surprised that only one person has been shot. Lots of damage though. But the protest will continue. My guess is that it will be repressed and the blame will be put on Antifa, my concern is that it is only groups like Antifa that openly stand against fascism and if they squash that ….
Powerful poem bro! 🙌
The message is strong, we as society, should really listen and try to understand each other, when everyone feels understood and feels a connection, then there can be much more peace in the world!
Absolutely VJ, anger as a grief and injustice response is quite natural, and rioting and looting are an outpouring, no matter that it is horrible, I get it. Just wished we could get past that. It will take a supreme effort.
I listened to Loretta Lynch on TV and she spoke volumes. She was the voice of reason and logic – I heard every word – yet she did not raise her voice once, nor did she light a match or commit any crime in the name of George Floyd. To me, she was the only one who honored that Innocent man who was killed by one corrupt cop.
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Powerful!
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Thank you so much Heather.
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You are most welcome.
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These are the poems that are needed to break the cycle of violence.
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I think the rioting is completely understandable, even when it becomes opportunist, it’s the only answer to powerful deafness. But it’s also the grief cycle, anger is a natural response. Injustice and grief are powerful forces. I want to write about that more. Thank you so much for sharing that Liz.
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I hope you do write more about the experience of that grief and anger, just as you did with this poem. Sadly, while I agree that rioting is a natural expression of anger and grief, my next thought was that those riots will get Trump reelected, which will only perpetuate the suffering and injustice.
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Good point, that is unhelpful – I keep praying that like Saul of old he’ll meet his end and another will rise, better and wiser.
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I just got a text from my daughter in San Diego that the protests are growing. I can only pray that no one is killed or injured.
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I think it’s boiling. I’m surprised that only one person has been shot. Lots of damage though. But the protest will continue. My guess is that it will be repressed and the blame will be put on Antifa, my concern is that it is only groups like Antifa that openly stand against fascism and if they squash that ….
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Love it Paul. Thank you also for the explaination.
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My pleasure Michael
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:-))
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A vicious conclusion. Powerful piece, Paul.
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Thank you so much Chris, I did feel a bit better having written it, if only we could change this.
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Yes!
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Many thanks. Injustice is so vile.
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Powerful poem bro! 🙌
The message is strong, we as society, should really listen and try to understand each other, when everyone feels understood and feels a connection, then there can be much more peace in the world!
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Absolutely, spot on, if we did that the world would be at peace, imagine! I keep hoping. Thank you for sharing those wonderful thoughts.
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It speaks to the times. Well done, Paul.
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Thank you so much Susi, appreciate your thoughts.
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You’re welcome! 🙂
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It makes sense, doesn’t it, why people are rioting! No one is listening nor acting.
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Absolutely VJ, anger as a grief and injustice response is quite natural, and rioting and looting are an outpouring, no matter that it is horrible, I get it. Just wished we could get past that. It will take a supreme effort.
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It’s such a mess. Worrisome.
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It’s like a snake poked rudely awake, it is all over the place and striking. I hope it settles down soon.
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Yes. I also hope societies have listened and change ensues.
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Once the gas blows over it may be the civil authories could begin that discussion, hopiong for action though.
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Powerful! Thank you for the poem, Paul.
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Sad days, thank you Amy.
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An understood worded protest, a cry for help admits abandonment and rage. Well voiced Paul!💕🙏💕
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Thank you so much, sad days. 🙂
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You are welcome Paul, and yes these are sad time. I expect more.😞🙏
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Yes, let’s hope not too much though
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Respect
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Thank you, yes, to honour him. So sad.
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Great poem – saying what needs to be said and hopefully heard
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I hope all the words about this go deep, thank you so much for sharing your thoughts on this.
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Martin Luther King coined the quote you posted. Maybe an edit to add his name?
Excellent poem!!
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Yes, thank you Ruth, it seems to have gone missing – I shall fix it.
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You always do, so thought I’d mention it!
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I’m so glad you did.
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I listened to Loretta Lynch on TV and she spoke volumes. She was the voice of reason and logic – I heard every word – yet she did not raise her voice once, nor did she light a match or commit any crime in the name of George Floyd. To me, she was the only one who honored that Innocent man who was killed by one corrupt cop.
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Yes, a volatile situation indeed, she must be a level headed thinker this Lynch.
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