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Are You Who You Say You Are?

Are you who you say you are Or is it just a ruse Who are our leaders In literal abuse? In a competitive world As we share our work Do we waste our time In this murky quirk There are angels and demons Who hide among us They stand by our shoulders Their front, as they discuss us Is it deliberation They read us by chance Or misrepresentation They just give us a glance Questions need answers Reads need to be right Equality breeds parity It's either black or white

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John Loving Iii

Date: 10/22/2009 4:36:00 PM

just like the nation saw in the famous O. J Simpson Trial a part of the nation turned it's back on the truth. and even perpetuated the lie to it's own brothers and sisters as angels wittnessed. i couldn't believe it myself but i saw. jhl

Pamela Griffiths

Date: 10/22/2009 6:49:00 AM

I have enjoyed every poem I have read of yours, lovely words and wisdom. Thank you for your kind comments. Pam

Audrey Haick

Date: 10/21/2009 2:48:00 PM

As usual, James, this is excellent! I truly admire your work. This is clearly, thought provoking! One sure thing is, a lie will not stand forever. That's my belief. Sooner or later the heart speaks. (Smile) Peace, Audrey

Charmaine Chircop

Date: 10/20/2009 1:58:00 PM

this poem carries doubts and unanswered questions..do i get it James?..i love words black on white.. but it seems yes in life we meet people..who have two faces..poem full of wisdom--Charma

John Freeman

Date: 10/20/2009 10:52:00 AM

I love your masterful poetry here James. For yes there are questions that need answers, the media reads need to be right. And the demons are blended in with the angels, and hard to know which is which. Sincerely, Moses

Carol Sunshine Brown

Date: 10/20/2009 9:36:00 AM

Thank you for presenting your wonderful poetry to us today. It was an enjoyable read for me. Thank you James. Love, Carol

Donielle Smith

Date: 10/20/2009 8:42:00 AM

Hi, thanks for your comment. I enjoyed reading this wonderful piece. I like how the words flow together. Keep God's words flowing from your heart. Continuted success!! Donielle S.

Jimmy Anderson

Date: 10/20/2009 6:41:00 AM

Nice...Thanks for the congrates for my piece "Featured for the week"...Jimmy

Elaine George

Date: 10/20/2009 12:53:00 AM

AMEN! lOVE, LAINIE

Ward Billings

Date: 10/19/2009 9:35:00 PM

Thank you for your kind remarks, James. regarding this poem, I am a big fan of rhythm and rhyme, so you know that I like this one from you. I also like the message here.

Sara Kendrick

Date: 10/19/2009 4:17:00 PM

Thought and effort went in here. Keep writing. Sara

Linda-Marie Sweetheart

Date: 10/19/2009 3:34:00 PM

James .. enjoyed reading this stirring verse by u.. and the title makes one dig deeper into themselves ... wonderful job .. Linda-Marie

Carolyn Devonshire

Date: 10/19/2009 3:31:00 PM

Amen to this, James! Couldn't agree more -- but of course you already know that! I can see the "angels and demons" lining up on different sides of the hall now. Into which category does each false friend fall? Awesome and a favorite! Love, Carolyn