Suzen Wuerth's blog, "Oh, Sure! Let's Just Keep On Keepin' On!" inspired these lines. Thank you, Suzen. Took the words right out of my mouth!
Image (c) 2008, Karla Dorman
Children dying overseas from hunger,
from sickness. Wars tear babies out
of their mothers arms, dashing hopes
for a future. Disasters come in like a
flood, like a drought - untold millions
suffer. And we don't have problems
here at home? What about our own?
We have families on the streets; more
joining their ranks with every job cut,
every foreclosure. Maybe no bombs
crashing down on our heads, but each
day, we wage war against crime and
bad news and fear of the unknown
and hatred and: the list, endless. Our
hopes and dreams for a future looking
dim, right here, in our backyard. We
are expected to lend a hand to those
in other lands when they need it: we
do, above and beyond. We are a
giving nation. So: where is everyone?
we give with great compassion -- and our reward is most often hatred from those we generously try to assist -- the needy in our own back yard should be helped first and foremost -- much love and peace to you my dear friend -- Jon Michael
YES! and the Leaders we need more of,
as followers will follow!
You left out prisoners and letting them go FREE, when an atrocity! Is another My friend, it sickens me!
We must defend our own, WE could be the example!And the cures we need to succeed the missions before us all!
Great profound truth poem, and I like your writing style!
WRITE ON!
Warmest of Blessings, LOVE, LIGHT and Inner Peace, Warrior Purple Lady SHEExooo
Karla,
I've often thought the USA is far too generous for what we can afford. You're so right. There are serious problems (homeless, elderly care, orphans, disabled, and veterans) here, and always has been, which we should be attending to first. Not to mention the gangs that should be broken up for America's own good. You told this one like it is. Love and Hugs,
Sheila
The economical crunch has arrived here in Sweden, yesterday 30.000 got the pink-slip, SAAB cars = bankruptcy, and with it a few around that depended on SAAB's solvency.
Back home, we are putting money in the pockets of the ones that caused the economical disaster, instead of using that money to pay all the mortgages so the banks will have the money and the people their houses.
Well, the politicos gave the money to the banks without conditions and the CEO's gave themselves fat bonuses. Is President Obama crazy? He could have wipe out all the houses mortgages with the same money he gave the banks! after all those monies were given to the banks!
Maybe I am stupid after my Mathematics Master degree, but 2+2 is still 4?
We don't share with everyone...I look at Haiti and wonder where the USA has been in helping them.
That thought aside...it is time to take care of our own problems.
Seems every where I turn,,,I have heard such sad stories,like you say in our back yard...something needs to be done,,as I fear it is going to get much worse before it gets better...at the cost of so many families. :(
If I interpret this correctly, you want all those other countries that we have sent aid to in the past, now come to our aid...? Fat chance, its kinda like "loaning" money to family...;-) Ed
Reviewed by 000 000 (Reader)
Reviewed on February 18, 2009
Such sorrowful truth in your words...as many persons look the other way!
Your heart is so kind to remember the suffering of others...right in our own backyard!
Reviewed by Elizabeth Hobbs (Reader)
Reviewed on February 18, 2009
Hi Karla
It's hard to imagine, but if we all did a bit to help and nothing to hinder, perhaps the world would be a better place. Unfortunately, not everyone has the message. Be well, Liz
The sad thing is I fear with the advent of technology and globalization home is expanding to the planet earth. I agree we should be helping all of these cases but maybe like a triage in a hospital we should be looking at better ways to prioritize...
Powerful poetic commentary Storm Spinner. Acknowledgment of need is a first step to the solution of any major challenge and like much of the rest of the world, we're only just now getting there. Greatly enjoyed the read.
Absolutely! How about helping our OWN citizens instead of helping the rest of the world, and those illegals who knowingly break our laws, but they don't give a rip?? How about our VETERANS?? Powerful poem, Karla, should be sent to every Congressman (and our President) in Washington, DC!!
(((HUGS))) and much love, your twin, Karen Lynn. :(
Very well done...about a subject that is not so easy to swallow... it's everywhere...perhaps in different ways/etc.... gangs, violence, you name it... hugs, lindalaw
A sad commentary on the state of our chaotic world, Karla. The latest "craze" around here is gang violence. There have been several blatant shootings in daylight and in public. Thanks for the "heads up." Love and peace to you,
Sadly insightful dear Karla. Everyone struggles and suffers in their own unique ways; physically, mentally, emotionally, financially, spiritually. There is a spirit on this country that is effectively alienating people from one another, and in so doing quashing the 'hand extended to help another' mentality that is central to the Gospel of Jesus Christ - giving unselfishly.
Stand strong!
Richard
From the land of the milked and honeyed here’s a few political faux pas and a bit of attitude exposed to the harsh light of a Canadian who actually has their own opinion.
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Thanks for sharing Karla
Love & peace be with you
William
as followers will follow!
You left out prisoners and letting them go FREE, when an atrocity! Is another My friend, it sickens me!
We must defend our own, WE could be the example!And the cures we need to succeed the missions before us all!
Great profound truth poem, and I like your writing style!
WRITE ON!
Warmest of Blessings, LOVE, LIGHT and Inner Peace, Warrior Purple Lady SHEExooo
I've often thought the USA is far too generous for what we can afford. You're so right. There are serious problems (homeless, elderly care, orphans, disabled, and veterans) here, and always has been, which we should be attending to first. Not to mention the gangs that should be broken up for America's own good. You told this one like it is. Love and Hugs,
Sheila
peace and love, Carole~
Back home, we are putting money in the pockets of the ones that caused the economical disaster, instead of using that money to pay all the mortgages so the banks will have the money and the people their houses.
Well, the politicos gave the money to the banks without conditions and the CEO's gave themselves fat bonuses. Is President Obama crazy? He could have wipe out all the houses mortgages with the same money he gave the banks! after all those monies were given to the banks!
Maybe I am stupid after my Mathematics Master degree, but 2+2 is still 4?
Georg
That thought aside...it is time to take care of our own problems.
Cryssa
Sandie Angel :o(
Your heart is so kind to remember the suffering of others...right in our own backyard!
It's hard to imagine, but if we all did a bit to help and nothing to hinder, perhaps the world would be a better place. Unfortunately, not everyone has the message. Be well, Liz
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In Christs Love
Michelle~
Aberjhani
(((HUGS))) and much love, your twin, Karen Lynn. :(
Regis
Stand strong!
Richard
BAM!! Extremely powerful thoughts here - and presented extremely well . . . !!
Blessings,
Lance