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Of Tragedies and Horrors (And other things making up the good life)
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Of Tragedies and Horrors (And other things making up the good life) |
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WindWalker Senior Member
since 2001-10-12
Posts 1218 |
Today I really must wonder: are humans devoid of compassion? Incapable of living in a world without war and other collective madness? Without the oppression and killing of innocent people everywhere? Without violent dictatorships disguising themselves as democracies or worse, legitimate business corporations whose only goal is greed – to make money at any cost? I think humans are incapable of living in such a world. For without fascist governments pumping them full of fear; without the news media reporting and exploiting their tragedies – just another part of normal life – people would become unhappy lose interest in their world and the good life wouldn’t seem so good if life really was so good there was no spice of violence and no tragedies to gawk at. My conclusion has to be this: that tragedies - particularly if they happen somewhere else provide great entertainment; are wonderful sources of gossip without which, for most life is boringly unbearable. |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
"My conclusion has to be this: that tragedies - particularly if they happen somewhere else provide great entertainment; are wonderful sources of gossip without which, for most life is boringly unbearable." ~ Unfortunately, some humans are devoid of compassion and the about quote be the case. However, dear poet, I do believe that the majority of humanity is compassionate and loves their fellow man.  An interesting write with thoughts to ponder. Love & Light, EA |
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ice Member Elite
since 2003-05-17
Posts 3404Pennsylvania |
Wind Your last stanza is not only a conclusion but perhaps a beginning for some,the start of a thought process of self examination. Perhaps overabundance leads to boredom and gossip in that case makes it more bearable? I personally find no time to be bored and am disgusted by the tabloid type news that seems to take over the media ...Especially when it takes air time away from very important events... Good writing, good thinking -----------ice ><> |
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Honeybunch Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-29
Posts 7115South Africa |
I would like to hope that goodness still outweighs ... "evilness" but wishes and hopes like dreams don't appear to be part of this world, unfortunately. But you paint a realistic picture. Well done! |
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Startime55 Member Elite
since 2003-04-05
Posts 2148Alberta, Canada |
Boy this gift of Freewill given to each of us can sure be a burden at times....I have a conclusion of my own...I think that most people want to live in a world filled with peace but meek mannered by nature they find it too hard to stand up against the louder voices that want power above all else so what is told them is accepted even when it is not believed...I could go on and on with this topic...Your words do bring that out in me...If only more were willing to stand up to the so called strong....*big hugs* dear friend... |
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Pilgrimage Member Elite
since 2001-12-04
Posts 3945Texas, USA |
I think most of us don't pay that much attention. If it doesn't directly affect us, we don't want to know. This is well done, it sparks discussion and thought. Nan (Pilgrim variety) |
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scorpio Member Ascendant
since 2002-10-02
Posts 5178right...there |
Much to ponder here. believe in what your heart feels... |
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