In a country of plenty why
are so many homeless in
this frigid weather
and why are so many
going to bed hungry
makes me really angry
when their refigerator
is always saying chicken today
feathers tomorrow
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mrmelody7
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In a country of plenty why
are so many homeless in
this frigid weather
and why are so many
going to bed hungry
makes me really angry
when their refigerator
is always saying chicken today
feathers tomorrow
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Kingqadardwon' says: These are questions that the righteous ask about our country.. The sad truth is that in America's founding that it never intended for ALL to eat... Great write my brother.. Definitely on time.. |
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mrmelody7 says: Thank you got two twin nephews just grad from college got um jobs the one thing I bang home to them never forget where you come from |
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mlowe5 says: Well said my Brother. And I share your anger. God can not be pleased with the way we have allowed things to happen to our own. The poem's title and messsage were "write" on. Read it twice! A great write indeed. Peace and Love, mlowe5 |
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mrmelody7 says: Sir Thank you much am so humbled by your comments thank you so much so appreciative and honored by your comment |
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TamaraD says: Feel you, I live right around the corner from a couple shelters and see these poor souls daily, I feel sad for them even when I pass them a few bucks when I can. Great write better is nessesary |
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mrmelody7 says: Thank you yes it is better is needed you have a good soul many pretend they dont even see these folks |
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Charles2 says: recognizing... the system ...isn't designed to protect, the imperfect or truth... sad homage for those of us trying to be home...settling for ...something less... |
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mrmelody7 says: Right you are right you are Sir Charles |
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