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A Beautiful Disaster
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since 2007-01-13
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0 posted 2007-04-22 06:18 AM


I was asked to write a piece against all the prejudices, and I think the idea is worth spreading, so I've decided to post it.


So I'm One Of You

So I'm one of you,
No matter what place I come from,
No matter what place I call home,
No matter whose blood
Flows each day through my veins -
It is only the power
Of mind that will reign,
No matter what language
My countrymen speak,
First of all, in a man
It's a heart that you seek.
In this boundless world
We're all nothing but dust,
But we all have a heart,
Able to love and to trust.
In each language these words
Mean the same as in yours.
Poor or rich, black or white -
It's not our choice,
But for peace we will fight,
Will be heard every voice!
Since the first breath I made
Have for freedom all rights,
I'll get over the pain
For my freedom and life!
In your sins you blame all
Who are different or weak -
That's denying your fault,
Helplessness... don't you think?
Fight for life, fight for all,
And you'll get freedom, too.
In this strife for our world
I am still one of you.


© Copyright 2007 April A. - All Rights Reserved
Laura Kate
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since 2007-04-21
Posts 2
Illinois
1 posted 2007-04-22 12:05 PM


I can feel the passion behind this.  It is very powerful and moving, and I think very clearly represents how so many people feel at this time.  Very nice!


passing shadows
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since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577
displaced
2 posted 2007-04-22 01:27 PM


outstanding!
Drauntz
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since 2007-03-16
Posts 2905
Los Angeles California
3 posted 2007-04-22 09:31 PM


very good. powerful!!!!!

enjoyed.

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