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Need for Violence?
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I used Michael Vic,as an example since
he's so prominent in the news. This kind of thing is happening  all over, our society has become inured to cruelty and  violence,of all kinds...

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Why do so many humans seek violence
To me it doesn't make any sense
No matter the color ,race, or creed
It seems to fill in them some need

It matters not whether rich or poor
To fulfill thrills they'll open any door
What is the seed sown in a human
That causes them to become inhuman

A man of fame, wealth,and talent
His cruelty  is anything but gallant
Breeding dogs so they can fight
Treating them in ways that isn't right

With need for greed, thrills and might
Humankind to this world is a blight
We need to study what it is within
Which makes us a race that loves to sin
A race, that with such traits can't win!

etw-2007
 

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 Reviews of "Need for Violence?"
Reviewed by Ronald Hull
Reviewed on September 2, 2007
Man is naturally violent. In the past, violence determined survival. It is still used, subtly to control us. Football is a violent sport. It's practicioners are more violent than most.

Ron

Reviewed on September 1, 2007
With need for greed, thrills and might
Humankind to this world is a blight
We need to study what it is within
Which makes us a race that loves to sin
A race, that with such traits can't win!

This last stanza says it all. Sorry o have such a cruel mind and claim to be a human being. They guy has let humanity down. GBQ

Reviewed by Alexandra Midnight (Reader)
Reviewed on August 28, 2007
I totally agree. IN what ylu wrote my main focas to help stop is dog fighting. All you wrote is really true.

Reviewed by Michael Guy
Reviewed on August 28, 2007
Good statement, and as far as I'm concerned "greed and thrills" as become a basis for abuse both human and animal (not to mention as Mr. Ed does, the wildlands being torn up by this adminisration and the "shooting of wolves" But then, I'm radical "pro animal rights"
I like that you always have a new topic for your poems.

Reviewed by Walt Hardester
Reviewed on August 26, 2007
I give up Eileen. Humankind is no longer so kind anymore.

Walt

Reviewed by Stan Grimes (Reader)
Reviewed on August 25, 2007
Vital questions...

Reviewed by Ch'erie de Perrot
Reviewed on August 25, 2007
Richard is right on....Without the HS we are just empty vessels, or like reeds swaying in the wind.
Thanks for this Eileen
Grace and peace
Ch'erie

Reviewed by Karen Vanderlaan
Reviewed on August 24, 2007
a well written write of a shameful display of one of the worst ways a human can behave-well done

Reviewed by Morning Star
Reviewed on August 24, 2007
I saw the special on TV on the many ways
They used them for fights and if the dog loses
they kill the dogs
What as this world coming to next
what is wrong with this people cried throughout the program
It was very inhuman!
I hope they lock them up and throw away the key!!
Excellent message within this write!!
Love Peace and many hugssss to you.....Yolie

Reviewed by Patricia Bankhead (Reader)
Reviewed on August 24, 2007
Everybody wrestles with sin.
The worst thing we can do is stop wrestling
and let it control us.

Thought provoking write.
Enjoyed!

Reviewed by John Leko
Reviewed on August 24, 2007
Thank You...sad are the negative...your positive emits light. Respect...a word yet many have forgotten.
John

Reviewed by E T Waldron
Reviewed on August 24, 2007
I agree Richard. Without the spirit we can't know the things of the Spirit. Yet, humanity; Parents educators etc, have a duty to raise our children with standards that would give them a better understanding of how to seek after more noble goals than the thrills that evil affords. All can't teach religion, but there at least can be standards based on trust, goodness, kindness, etc and the traits that can lead us to a better way of life. That has to be instilled in children from birth, and it is sorely lacking in today's society!

Reviewed by Richard Cederberg
Reviewed on August 24, 2007
It's the sin nature!
Sadly I think that every human alive is capable of gross acts of violence (because of this nature), especially if the right button is pushed. Some of the most gallant men in history were the most violent in their quest for power and domination. There is a predatory need in all humans to conquer, attain and succeed; sometimes at all costs. The only power that opens our eyes to this is the in-dwelling Holy Spirit. Humans without the Holy Spirit don't know the difference.
Richard

Reviewed by K. Mulroney
Reviewed on August 24, 2007
Perfect! Loved this ride in truth. Personally, I think the government giving to those who don't deserve and forgetting about those of us who put money in their pockets has led to not caring about anything any more. What's the point. You take a step forward and they knock you back to pre-historic times. Even, I get so tired of doing the right thing, when all the wrong things seem to be held up in high esteem. Loved the poem, and Vick should spend the next five years in prison. But first I would like for them to lock him in a 5 x 5 cell with a pack Pitbulls, after they superglue a t-bone steak to his throat. Not a happy thought I know, but it would be a form of justice.

Reviewed by Dale Clark
Reviewed on August 24, 2007
It seems so amazing especially
considering that Michael Vick
has all that money. It shows that
violence and inhuman behavior is
a disease. Powerful write Eileen!

Reviewed by Regis Auffray
Reviewed on August 24, 2007
A most timely reminder, Eileen. Thank you. Love and best wishes,

Regis

Reviewed by Sharon Jordan
Reviewed on August 24, 2007
Years ago, a kind man shared these words with me. "Only the truly strong can be truly gentle." It seems as though we fall into the practice of thinking that behaving cruelly and violently indicates strength. But, in my opinion, helping the sick and protecting others indicates strength. Your words are very thought-provoking. Thank you!

Blessings,
Sharon

Reviewed by Victor Buhagiar (Reader)
Reviewed on August 24, 2007
Man first wanted to be like God and got punished. The next sin was man cracking his own brother's skull open, then he began to indulge in all forms of lust and finally in using animals for war and fun. Nothing is new under the sun, says the Ecclesiasticus. That of course does not make it acceptable, Victor

Reviewed by Larry Lounsbury
Reviewed on August 24, 2007
Without absolutes that nourish love and truth, there is indeed chaos. I am so glad that love will one day overtake this world like a flood of rejoicing. Enjoyed your wisdom.

Reviewed by Lewis Findley (Reader)
Reviewed on August 24, 2007
I am From Georgia. I WAS a Falcons Fan. CLEVEAND BROWNS BABY! CLEVELAND BROWNS! HOO LET DA DAWGS OUT!!!!!!!???????

Reviewed by Jerry Bolton (Reader)
Reviewed on August 24, 2007
Domination.

Reviewed by Sandie May Joyce
Reviewed on August 24, 2007
I'm so mad when I heard the news!!!! It was totally cruelty abd unacceptable. I also heard that the dogs are being electrocuted to death when they are old and cannot fight. This is animal cruelty. I hope they will prosecute him and put him in jail for a long time.

Sandie May Angel :o(

Reviewed by ~ Holly Harbridge (Reader)
Reviewed on August 24, 2007
No good can come from evil Eileen. Excellent thoughts, Blessings, Holly

Reviewed on August 24, 2007
Eileen,

As it says in the Bible, the love of many will wax cold. We're seeing it now, in the mememe culture, the apathetic don't give a rip attitude. Sad. Keep standing up for goodness, for Truth: I'm right there with ya. :) Excellent poem, BTW.

(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.

Reviewed on August 24, 2007
It doesn't make any sense, but I personally believe that we went downhill when prayer was taken out of the schools and discipline was taken out of the homes. Now we are paying for it. God help us!

(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in Tx., Karen Lynn. :(

An excellent thought provoker you have penned here, Eileen!! BRAVA!

Reviewed by Roger Ochs
Reviewed on August 24, 2007
The human animal is a bundle of atavism. Violence is simply a measure of it. Then again, so is the search for meaning as you show so admirably in your poem.

Reviewed by Mr. Ed
Reviewed on August 24, 2007
I used to believe that mankind was inherently good, and that we had to fight off evil. These truly sad days, I've begun to believe that mankind is inherently evil, and we must fight to remain good.


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