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Bonnie j
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since 2003-06-27
Posts 1588
Ohio

0 posted 2003-07-08 05:31 PM



Self Centered War

You say we must have war.
You say of course
we will have civilian casualties.
That is the price of war.
I have no fear,
I am your leader,
and
I have a safe place to hide.
My people, I will survive.
Listen to me my people.
That nation is against you,
they are the cause of your
pain and deepening anguish.
They are a rich nation
while you live in poverty.
We must go to war
and
fight this nation of the rich.
My people I’m sorry
I cannot give you a gas mask to wear.
It will cost this government too much,
cover your mouth with a cloth.
But, do not worry I will survive,
I have a place hidden far away
in another country,
so please do not worry.
My silver and gold
are in banks of another country,
my bunker has great amounts
of
water and foodstuffs.
Oh! Yes!
I sleep well at night
because I know I am safe
from the fear of dying.
I have no fear from this war
I do condone
and
prescribe to you my loving people.
So come my people
raise your swords high
so you may die
and
know deep within your heart
that I will survive.

Bonnie J.

© Copyright 2003 Bonnie j - All Rights Reserved
Tim
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since 1999-06-08
Posts 1794

1 posted 2003-07-08 10:13 PM


A worthwhile effort, enjoyed.
QjQ
Member Elite
since 2003-04-18
Posts 3756
U.S.A.
2 posted 2003-07-09 08:25 PM


i'm glad i scanned down and read this one,,,

very good thoughts...

A voice of honesty
   is treasured
more than voices
   of flattery
      QjQ


JilGirl
Member
since 2003-05-24
Posts 364
Washington
3 posted 2003-07-10 02:12 AM


Very moving and
touching write!
You've handled
this exceptionally
well.



'Tiz feathers that make the bird -
Always remember to keep them fluffed
but, never, EVER ruffle them!

[This message has been edited by JilGirl (07-10-2003 02:13 AM).]

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