Molly Moore Poet Rhyme

Ash Wednesday

Ash Wednesday

Ash Wednesday, the day to confess and repent
As we enter the solemn season of Lent
The ashes remind us that "Dust thou art"
And one day from this world we will depart.

Worldwide, the faithful honor this tradition
With devotional hearts and sincere contrition
But, sadly, some people are not so disposed
To "Love thy neighbor" their hearts are closed.

Thus, the Russian leader is attacking Ukraine
Causing destruction and inflicting pain
Amidst the bombings and rocket flashes
Businesses and dwellings are reduced to ashes.

Today sacred ashes we wear on our forehead
But whose soul will bear the ashes of the dead?
The guilt of this burden to the tyrant is given
In the eternity to come can he ever be shriven?

Molly Moore

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Bj Legros Kelley March 7, 2022 at 1:32 PM Amazing poem Molly, he will answer to God, can you even imagine his future...his eternal forever? My heart breaks to pieces for the Ukrainians and all those who are now in danger of that cruel madman.

Joseph May March 6, 2022 at 4:43 PM A stark analogy of saving souls and souls lost by Putin's bombs

Rico Leffanta March 4, 2022 at 10:48 AM Putin has no fear of Karma, proving what a difference an education can make! Enjoyed this well-written poem, Molly! Aloha! Molly Moore March 6, 2022 at 2:25 PM Mahalo nui loa, Rico. I appreciate your comments. Stay well. Molly