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A Simple Peace Chiasmus

Peace demands everyone 
Violence, only one
But a single choice - to forgive, to hope, to love -
Can start with one
And spread to everyone

Copyright © Robert Sidwell | Year Posted 2025

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November 14, 2025 at 3:45 AM

Yes, forgiveness and love can start with one. Like a contagion, it spreads to others. So rightly said dear Robert. Congratulations on your POTD honor.

November 14, 2025 at 8:28 AM

Thank you Valsa!

November 13, 2025 at 12:01 PM

Robert, congratulations on your POTD! Your words are so wise and written with such poetic artistry! Indeed one person can start an avalanche of love that will change one heart at a time as we work together to change the world! Blessings of peace to you! Thank you for this gem. Wonderful to see it recognized!!

November 14, 2025 at 8:28 AM

Thank you Sam!!!

November 12, 2025 at 8:02 PM

Peace. Such a simple word, yet bigger than you can imagine. I completely agree - It starts with ' one, ' and then ' spreads to everyone. ' So wonderful to think about. Your thoughts are uplifting and inspiring. Congratulations Robert, on Poem of the Day. My best to you. :) Brandy

November 13, 2025 at 9:23 AM

I appreciate your comments. Thank you Brandy!

November 12, 2025 at 1:46 PM

Robert, a nice, uplifting poem. Congratulations on POTD.

November 12, 2025 at 1:54 PM

Thank you Tania!

November 12, 2025 at 11:59 AM

Love it! Congrats on POTD!

November 12, 2025 at 1:54 PM

Thank you Kim!!

Daniel Henry Rodgers

November 12, 2025 at 11:41 AM

Hello Robert, Congrats on a poem that really starts with forgiveness, leading to hope and love. So well said, my friend, and I'm delighted you are in the limelight. Autumn Blessings, Robert, Daniel

November 12, 2025 at 1:55 PM

Thank you Daniel!!!

November 12, 2025 at 10:36 AM

Hello Robert, congratulations on winning POTD with your beautifully written poem. Powerful words. Have a great day.

November 12, 2025 at 1:55 PM

Thank you Zyrool!

November 12, 2025 at 7:56 AM

Ah, a chiasmus...shades of Dickens, Hemingway, or Milton...your message is very well written, Robert, and deserving of POTD. Congrats!

November 12, 2025 at 9:19 AM

Thank you! I appreciate your words of support. POTD is a surprise and an honor!

November 12, 2025 at 7:41 AM

Robert, your poem is full of wisdom. Congratulations on POTD~ Warren

November 12, 2025 at 9:19 AM

Thank you Warren!!

Christuraj Alex

November 12, 2025 at 7:29 AM

A classical message for each and every human being. Congratulations!

November 12, 2025 at 9:23 AM

Thank you, I appreciate your comments!

Bj Legros Kelley

November 12, 2025 at 6:02 AM

Beautiful and such wisdom! Congratulations on your POTD!!

November 12, 2025 at 9:24 AM

Thank you!!!

November 12, 2025 at 5:31 AM

Thank you for your profound advice,love for the precious peace the world needs.I admire your courage and wisdom Sir

November 12, 2025 at 9:25 AM

Thank you Gazlam for your kind words!

sara Etgen-Baker

November 12, 2025 at 4:51 AM

returning to congratulate you on your POTD designation.....appreciate the profundity and clarity of your words.

November 12, 2025 at 9:25 AM

Very much appreciated! Thank you Sara!!

November 12, 2025 at 3:21 AM

Wise words indeed! Congratulations on your potd win!

November 12, 2025 at 9:26 AM

Thank you Karen!!!

November 12, 2025 at 1:46 AM

Wise words Robert, congratulations on having received poem of the day… Beryl

November 12, 2025 at 9:26 AM

Thank you Beryl!

Unseeking Seeker

November 12, 2025 at 12:39 AM

Beautiful and meaningful message, Robert. Hope this poem is widely read. Warmest congratulations on POTD

November 12, 2025 at 9:28 AM

Greatly appreciated, Thank you!

November 11, 2025 at 7:53 PM

I like your chiasmus, Robert. And thanks for helping teach me a new word. :) gw

November 12, 2025 at 9:34 AM

Heh, I’m with Seeker. I imagine I have quite a way to go to catch up to your vocabulary. But, I’m very grateful for your comments. Thanks Gershon!!

November 12, 2025 at 7:32 AM

Appreciate the compliment, Seeker, bt I try to learn a new word or two every day. Per the Oxford English Dictionary's 2010 edition's number of entries, I estimate that I've 'only' got about 350,000 or so new words to go. lol.

Unseeking Seeker

November 12, 2025 at 12:38 AM

This must be a first for you in a long time, given your awesome vocabulary

Andrea Dietrich

November 11, 2025 at 7:42 PM

It should be so simple but in reality, I can't even envision a world of peace. So many lies being told to cause division

November 12, 2025 at 9:45 AM

It’s rough out there, no doubt. But, I’ve read many of your poems. In all sincerity, I’m confident that at least Andrea Dietrich is making a difference for good.

November 11, 2025 at 12:55 PM

We can't give up hoping for peace ~

November 11, 2025 at 2:52 PM

Amen. Thanks for visiting and commenting!

Mystic Rose Rose

November 10, 2025 at 6:02 PM

Oh how I admire that one brilliant line " But a single choice - to forgive, to hope, to love " its the secret to a peaceful existence dear Robert. Thanks for sharing this delightful poem

November 11, 2025 at 8:28 AM

I always appreciate your comments. Thank you!!

sara Etgen-Baker

November 10, 2025 at 5:17 PM

a soulful and truthful poem. To forgive, to hope, to love - all are powerful

November 11, 2025 at 8:30 AM

Thank you! I appreciate your visits and comments!!

William Kelii Kekaula

November 10, 2025 at 11:39 AM

A soul done to all souls, a sin paid for all by one. Aloha.

November 11, 2025 at 8:33 AM

Aloha Hilo Poet. Thank you for your visit and taking the time to comment!

Paula Goldsmith

November 10, 2025 at 11:27 AM

WOW!!! What a powerful write you have here. I enjoyed reading. FAV for me... Hope You Have Autumn Blessings As You Write Away.............

November 11, 2025 at 8:34 AM

Very kind, thank you Paula! I appreciate you!

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