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As Rich a Lie

As Rich a Lie

They kill and kill
the clock ticks on
as bodies become clay
burnt trees scar the forest
as they continue to slay
silence is complicity
while the sky keeps falling
Copyright © | Year Posted 2026

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Maverick Avatar
August 12, 2026 at 1:51 PM
Its a reign of horror nearly every where Although its not as heavy in Britain there Is still a coercive aura.? People know the Threat is lurking..Its not healthy others once looked for stability from advanced Western Nations, dark times Arthur.' We Must shine a light.'
Vaso Avatar
September 17, 2026 at 12:41 AM
Thanks Joe, some here are silent but also monsters.
Chiri Avatar
August 5, 2026 at 11:52 AM
Great work Art on by the way I accidentally deleted your comment on my poems can you please rewrite it 😂
Vaso Avatar
September 17, 2026 at 12:41 AM
sheesh if my head wasn't attached to my neck I would lose it LOL
Poet Avatar
August 3, 2026 at 6:26 AM
Very emotional poem about the current situation that really needs to stop sooner rather than later, Arthur
Vaso Avatar
September 17, 2026 at 12:44 AM
I appreciate all your comments not for my poetry, but for speaking up for humanity! Thank you 1000 times!
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