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Lessons of History

No sooner were the walls of the city demolished than the lurking enemies at its gates appeared!* (C) Demetrios Trifiatis 24 June 2016 *" Those who forget their history are condemned to repeat it" Epimenides, Greek philosopher, seventh century BC. Written in connection to Great Britain's decision to leave the European Union.

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Andrea Dietrich

Date: 6/24/2016 6:20:00 PM

oh my, that is unfortunately so true. Wish I understood the whole E U thing!!

Demetrios Trifiatis
Date: 6/25/2016 1:38:00 AM

Do not worry, Andrea, nobody does. One fact though: It is the first time in European history that we did not had a war in 70 years! That says something. Thank you !

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 6/24/2016 1:27:00 PM

.... No one knows what the future says - Great written. my friend - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Demetrios Trifiatis
Date: 6/24/2016 5:29:00 PM

That is true BUT history has a tendency to repeat itself but people do not learn their lesson dear, Anne-Lise! Thank you! Hugs.

Tim Smith

Date: 6/24/2016 9:30:00 AM

So true. They will come... I will be away on holiday for a week or so. Might stop in to read some poems from time to time but no posts. Be blessed my friend

Demetrios Trifiatis
Date: 6/24/2016 10:54:00 AM

Have a wonderful time my friend, Tim! We will be here waiting your return! God bless you! Thank you!

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 6/24/2016 7:37:00 AM

So true!

Demetrios Trifiatis
Date: 6/24/2016 10:58:00 AM

I think so, my friend, Richard! Thank you for your lovely visit!