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The Rise and Fall of Mankind

In essence the unconscious mind, Reveals all knowledge for mankind. To pursue dreams, each vision brings, Then soar above the earth on wings. We navigate uncharted shores, In oceans deep, mankind explores. Now Astronauts walk on the moon, And vaccines keep us all immune. While seeking methods,to ensure, Research disease to find a cure. Now if we want to travel far, There's railways, aeroplanes, or car. Some might say, it's so much finer Cruising on an ocean liner. Or any time we are alone, Our friends can call by mobile phone. And television let's us share, Events worldwide, in our armchair. We speak with words for to converse, But language sometimes can be terse. In truth some minds are always blind, With grandeur of a certain kind. As mankind shows his cruel face, Destroying life, to his disgrace. By wars that escalate unchecked, Whilst innocents, their lives are wrecked. For Peacemakers, they clutch at straws, To find someway to end those wars. Their supreme efforts are in vain, No changing minds of those insane It seems that only peace can be, In virtual reality. 4/22/2016. For the Innate Magnetism poetry contest. Sponsor. Unseeking Seeker. Date of contest end. Friday November 11th 2022. Armistice Day of Remembrance. .

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Date: 4/25/2017 10:15:00 AM
So much truth to this and said in such a creative way. A joy to read, congrats !
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George Seal
Date: 4/29/2017 3:54:00 AM
Hello Lenna, thankyou for your most kind comments on my poem. My warmest regards to you for doing so. George.
Date: 4/25/2017 6:25:00 AM
Congrats, George! So true!
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George Seal
Date: 4/29/2017 4:02:00 AM
Hello Kim, thankyou it's very kind of you to support my poetry. My regards to you. George.
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George Seal
Date: 4/29/2017 3:58:00 AM
Hello Kim, thankyou it's very kind of you to support my poetry. My regards to you. George.
Date: 4/24/2017 9:20:00 PM
Congratulations on your Second placement in the contest. Well done! I really enjoyed reading your poem.
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George Seal
Date: 4/29/2017 4:01:00 AM
Thankyou John, i do appreciate your most kind comments. My regards.George.

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