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Tolerance

To the question of tolerance, I do so tolerate, The ignorance of the sighted. not to see the hunger Of their own brethren. To the question of tolerance. I do so tolerate, The ignorance of the wealthy, not to aid the poor. By extending a helping hand of comforts aid. To the question of tolerance, I do so tolerate, The physically strong and sound of mind and body, Unwilling to accept the different or physically Handicapped. To the question of tolerance, I do so tolerate, The ignorance of the stone throwers, whom judge Others without truths evidence or justifications guilt. To the question of tolerance, I do so tolerate, The ignorance of racism, inequality by skin tone And ethnic origin. To the question of tolerance, I do so tolerate, The ignorance of those whom believe their faith is Superior, condemning all others because they  believe Definitely. To the question of tolerance, I do so tolerate, The ignorance of malices hatred of those whom, Chose to be different, in dress, lifestyles or sexual Orientation. To the question of tolerance, I do so tolerate, The ignorance of a soldier's courageous heart, to brave forward, Against overwhelming odds, even though it places Many innocent lives in harms way. To the question of tolerance, I do so tolerate, The ignorance of mankind to destroy their own Environment, leaving nothing left for the Future generations to exist upon. To the question of tolerance, I do tolerate all of this, For I am the creature known as humanity, And I have yet to learn from my own mistakes.                                                   BY: CHERYL ANNA DUNN

Copyright © | Year Posted 2014




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Date: 6/17/2014 10:29:00 PM
Wow, this is a great write, loved this one!!! Beautiful words filled with wisdom!!
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Date: 6/14/2014 3:19:00 PM
Bravo, I like the direction you have taken with this one. If you have a chance read my poem Tolerent Man.
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Date: 6/12/2014 5:05:00 PM
I can relate to your poem above. Some how the we seem to forget the future generation, depends on us. Enjoyed this my friend. SKAT
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Date: 6/12/2014 4:39:00 PM
Powerful and well-written poem, Cherl. It is hard for me to tolerate bigotry, greed and violence and your point comes across so well. We do NOT learn from our mistakes and our planet is in danger. History just keeps repeating itself because we "tolerate" these mistakes. Awesome entry for the contest! Best wishes, Carolyn
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Date: 6/12/2014 12:40:00 PM
my, this got me thinking, cherl.. a formidable piece so well rendered!.. huggs!
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Date: 6/11/2014 5:31:00 PM
Cheri; this is just great and you said it like it is. Ignorance is the key word. Great work. Thanks for sharing... Lucilla
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Date: 6/11/2014 8:59:00 AM
Well said, moving and profound.
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Date: 6/9/2014 12:18:00 PM
- Dear Cherl - As always a pleasure to read your poetry ... wisdom and well written! - Here in Norway we have beautiful (unusual) summer - the days go by to enjoy the sun and the garden - P-Soup does not come as first choice this season - hope the sun shines on you. - oxox // Anne-Lise :)
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Date: 6/8/2014 8:48:00 PM
I enjoyed your second poem on Godzilla, lol...I hope you enjoyed my comment on the poem... I'm sending you soup mail... Linda
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Date: 6/8/2014 1:20:00 PM
Hi Cherly, I don't have much of a muse now a days... However, I was pleased to have you stop by. A true friend you are... This poem, pretty much goes with my life at the time being. I am learning from my mistakes. I don't know how much I can take. However, if I may will you keep me in mind when you pray... hugs... Linda
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Date: 6/6/2014 10:38:00 PM
Bang up ending there gal friend! What would happen if each of us refused to tolerate even 1 of those things? Light & Love Debbie
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Date: 6/6/2014 5:22:00 AM
Nice rhythmic write giving lyrical quality with repeated line, chryl
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