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Crushed

Hope Is not crushed by oppression God hears the downtrodden’s plea Faith is not crushed by science Because it’s faith that sets us free Betrayal will not crush love Though wounded, it carries on. Putting down roots in the ashes, When hope of renewal is gone. Reason is not crushed by rhetoric As truth is not crushed by lies, For the flame that burns within us, Burns bright in the darkest of skies. Our spirit cannot be crushed By advancing years and pain, When the fervour of life is hushed, The embers of youth remain. Life is not crushed by death For our soul is set free to return To the love from whence we came To the God for whom we yearn.

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Date: 2/16/2022 1:28:00 PM
Hi Mike, I agree with your well-written write, especially the last verse. Congrats on your win. Have a nice day-Alexis
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Date: 2/16/2022 1:58:00 AM
Congratulations for your placement in my contest. Best. Mohan
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Date: 12/4/2020 2:10:00 PM
Yes! I have decided I think I like you very much. Will continue to read on.
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Mike Miller
Date: 12/4/2020 3:53:00 PM
Thanks for your lovely feedback and encouragement Barbara.
Date: 11/8/2020 9:11:00 AM
Absolutely amazing the ending stanza is what truly sent my mind it completely relatable with the sense of an aha moment.... thank you for sharing your gift
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Mike Miller
Date: 11/12/2020 4:54:00 AM
Thanks lynniya for your very kind words and I am pleased to hear my poem gave you the sense of an aha moment :)
Date: 11/1/2020 7:35:00 PM
Nice poem I need more spiritual influences So thank you
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Date: 11/12/2020 4:51:00 AM
Thanks Sally - I think we all do in these difficult times !
Date: 6/21/2020 7:07:00 AM
Inspirational words..
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Mike Miller
Date: 11/12/2020 4:51:00 AM
Thank you Silent One

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