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Under Great Duress

How can people in war ravished countries Ever think about anything else Can any one of these tortured souls Ever sit down and write poetry And if they can, could they ever write about happiness Would their poems only be about killing and destruction Or could their humble spirits rise above the turmoil And write about a different, happier world It is something I've often thought about I would hope that the human spirit would prevail But I can't imagine it would under such duress It would take a very special soul That could rise above these horrible conditions I would be interested to read something From any brave soul that could manage In spite of their situation, to come forward And express the anxieties but as well The incredible human spirit that shines through I wait with great anticipation! © Jack Ellison 2014

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Carol Eastman

Date: 10/5/2014 11:03:00 AM

I imagine people in war ravished countries can write more about happiness... with a clearer picture of what it truly is... and with more desire, and understanding than others. I believe they count every blessing as they long for more... I doubt they're not spoiled, and self absorbed as many richer, more peaceful areas of the world are. Their dreams and human spirit keep them going in ways we'll never be able to comprehend. Dragon wants to be a hero to help them... if only he could.

Anne Rutherford

Date: 10/4/2014 1:13:00 PM

Jack ,it would be sad and souls bared to read what the people are going through in the war ravished countries. I add them to my prayers every night. We who are safe can't imagine how terrible it must be. A thought provoking write Jack . Hugs for this one. Anne

Jack Ellison
Date: 10/4/2014 2:28:00 PM

Thank you Anne. I can't believe the barbaric acts these people are accused of! It is beyond human dignity that anyone can act in such a disgusting, inhumane manner. They must be stopped at all costs! Hugs, Jack

Carl Fraser

Date: 10/4/2014 9:50:00 AM

This is a great challenge you have put out there Jack, I hope there are some who will respond, blessings Carl

Jack Ellison
Date: 10/4/2014 9:54:00 AM

Thank you my fellow countryman! I too, hope someone responds. How interesting would that be!!! Jack