Emile Pinet Poet Quatrain

A Single Tear

Peppered with loss and misfortune,
life's basted in a glaze of fear.
And yet, we’re so immune to pain,
it fails to draw a single tear.

Devastating wars and famine,
fuel the news brought to our door.
Yet, desensitized to torture,
scenes of bloody beheadings bore.

We're used to horrific events
daily bombarding us with hurt.
And our outlook on world affairs,
is steeped in political dirt.

A starving child prompts no response,
nor stirs a compassionate thought.
For death and disease are the norms,
within places that time forgot.

As corruption distorts our views,
empathy turns to apathy.
And lives judged insignificant,
no longer warrant sympathy.

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Line Gauthier March 16, 2018 at 8:51 AM Vivid portrayal of morbid truths. Powerful last stanza with strong message, Emile. Emile Pinet March 16, 2018 at 10:05 AM Thanks line, I appreciate your friendly visits and encouraging comments my friend, Emile.

Paul Callus February 7, 2015 at 2:57 PM A 7 rating for this deep soul-searching poem, Emile. What is happening to our world? Is no guiding hand manning the rudder? Has human life lost its significance? Much food for thought...Responsibility has to be shouldered. // paul Emile Pinet February 7, 2015 at 4:26 PM Thanks Paul, yes what indeed is happening to our world? Your comments are most welcome. Emile.

Dorian Petersen Potter February 7, 2015 at 2:11 PM Powerful pen Emile! Very sad and more terrible things happening around the globe everyday. Yes, makes one feels so sad and cry many a tears,dear friend.. Have a lovely afternoon! In His light! :) Love n hugs! xxxx D. Emile Pinet February 7, 2015 at 4:28 PM Recognizing the problem is the first step in solving the problem, thanks for you comment. Emile.