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Based n a Ted Talks Show

http://www.npr.org/2017/04/07/522854534/esraa-would-you-speak-up-even-if-its-dangerous

 

 

 

Affections

Esra’a and Harif
From so far way
Never met
Not yet anyway

Twins of the soul
Sharing humanities goals
Scared of shadows and nefarious ways
Hero's whose wisdom I hope shall last and stay

I cry for the strong ones however meek
Wishing them peace for the bravery they speak
Walking along that long river of hope
It pours rain on my breast as solace I grasp and grope
Copyright © | Year Posted 2017

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Dietrich Avatar
May 15, 2017 at 5:53 PM
this is nice, Arthur. Wish I had the time to check out this ted talk shows. From Canada?
Vinson Avatar
April 11, 2017 at 11:44 PM
Arthur, twins of the soul - still long odds against meeting, in my opinion. However - better now with the internet versus decades back.
White Avatar
April 11, 2017 at 12:47 AM
That is wonderful.... It really, really is, and I have no words, only a hug and a thank you!
Roberts Avatar
April 10, 2017 at 5:28 PM
silence is golden, hmmm like the hair of the bigots, keep talking my friend
Allison Avatar
April 11, 2017 at 4:30 PM
ha ha ha Seren:-) hugs jan xx
Vaso Avatar
April 10, 2017 at 5:47 PM
Hey if you cant keep me quiet no one can!!!! LOL
Pinet Avatar
April 10, 2017 at 10:41 AM
You see beyond what others could not or would not and for that you are gifted. Emile.
Vaso Avatar
April 10, 2017 at 2:11 PM
Thanks Emile, I think there are many gifted here, and you are one of them! :)
Devonshire Avatar
April 10, 2017 at 10:00 AM
Arthur, I have often wondered if we really do have twin souls out there. Wouldn't it be something to meet one? A very thought-provoking write, Arthur. Well done!
Vaso Avatar
April 10, 2017 at 2:10 PM
Thanks Carolyn, if there is a double of me I sure feel sorry for those around him! LOL
Smith Avatar
April 10, 2017 at 7:22 AM
Very sweet
Vaso Avatar
April 10, 2017 at 2:09 PM
the poem or the rum? :)
Allison Avatar
April 10, 2017 at 2:59 AM
Bravo Arthur:-) Both are proud of their sexuality and are hero's in their own right such a shame there is so much bigotry in the world. Powerfully penned I am sure Harif will be very touched:-) hugs Jan xx
Vaso Avatar
April 10, 2017 at 2:09 PM
Thanks Jan, they play the Ted Talk series here on the radio, every Sunday, always interesting stuff!
Pachecho Avatar
April 10, 2017 at 1:47 AM
vaso Avatar arthur vaso Date: 4/6/2017 11:01:00 PM If only it were true we would never hear another word! Miracles do happen! https://www.poetrysoup.com/poem/the_naked_truth_889140 i saw your response. what's this all about. granted your mr. big man here on this site... gees isnt that a pity, but why are you taking shots at me. my question was directed at minor. she responded repectfully. i appreciated that. you- whats your problem
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