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67 Days 16 hours 10 minutes – Let me be clear

Let me be clear

there is nothing more dear

than the privilege of voting

I for one am hoping

the days go by even faster.

The fear of more of the same is a disaster.

We will not really know

how many of us will show

for the Corona Virus may still be alive

killing us at a high rate

who knows how many of us will survive.

Then, we need to beware

of those who do not care

and contribute to our collective despair.

 

Right now, as I write

so many are in a fight

with a monster hurricane

I pray for their well-being

but the devastation will be difficult to sustain.

Then, we continue to face

the unrest about race

The violence is a disgrace.

I have said this before

We need to get together

stronger and more united than ever

We need to open our eyes wide

see the truth and the need

for our leaders to truly lead

and focus on resolving problems

stop the ridiculous rhetoric

and start dealing with

the challenges ahead.

Miracles are real, But we can’t wait

There is an old saying,

We also need to help ourselves.

Only 67 days remain,

I will continue singing that old refrain,

“Come together right now!”

Our democracy needs us to come together.

God bless the suffering right now.

God bless the United States of America!

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Melba Christie at Poemattic

I believe a poem can change your life forever. I know many poems I read as a child made a difference in my life. I learned to believe in me. My senses started living along side me. My appreciation for nature and life increased by one hundred percent. As a result I paint, love photography, and I listen and try to pay attention a little bit more to everything around me. I also became a teacher to honor all those teachers who set me straight about life and learning.

9 responses to “67 Days 16 hours 10 minutes – Let me be clear”

  1. asthaisha Avatar
    asthaisha

    Amazing 😄

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      Melba Christie at Poemattic

      Thanks for stopping by Poemattic.

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      1. asthaisha Avatar
        asthaisha

        I love to 😁🌻🌻

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  2. Miriam Avatar
    Miriam

    Your word Hurricane is apt! Melbourne was literally in the eye of a massive wind storm last night. As are we all personally. May we remain calm and at peace during this countdown. 🙏

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      Melba Christie at Poemattic

      Amen to that! Thanks Miriam!

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    johncoyote

    Reblogged this on johncoyote and commented:
    Powerful words shared by a talented writer. Please vote.

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  4. johncoyote Avatar
    johncoyote

    Powerful and needed words my dear friend.

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    1. Melba Christie at Poemattic Avatar
      Melba Christie at Poemattic

      Thanks! It means a lot coming from you.

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      1. johncoyote Avatar
        johncoyote

        You are welcome my friend.

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