Mark Koplin Poet Couplet

Due Respect

Opinions will vary, that is plain to see.
Common ground should be our goal, I believe that is key.

When egos are high. that’s when respect gets lost.
Invariably there are lines that should never be crossed.

This world is a jungle with predators of each breed.
Eventually they’ll get hungry and then they will feed.

It’s the job of the strong to protect the weak.
Sometimes we must fight and not turn our cheek.

We all have opinions on how this country should be run.
There are many different ways of getting the job done.

Each coin has two sides, they are different but belong.
We need checks and balances to help keep us strong.

Many choose to share their thoughts with written word and rhyme.
Some may write about politics or maybe the end of time.

Always share the truth and make sure your facts have been checked.
When opinions get varied, give both sides due respect.

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Bill Baker April 2, 2022 at 1:08 PM Great advise, Mark. Sometimes the weak in positions of strength attack the strong in position of weakness. An example: Putin (IMHO) is weak but in a strong position, whereas the leadership of Ukraine is strong but in a weak position. Many times, the way people appear (weak or strong) is not as it appears to be. I do agree the strong should do what they can to protect the weak. Bullying is unacceptable, as is using a position of strength to destroy those in a position of weakness. Bill Mark Koplin April 2, 2022 at 1:11 PM Exactly and well put. Thanks Bill!

John Lawless March 15, 2022 at 2:32 PM In nature, Mark, the strong prey on the weak. What you speak of is of a different "nature". Mark Koplin March 17, 2022 at 6:15 AM Not necessarily John. In a pack, it’s the strong that protects the weak. Thank you for stopping by.

Sam Kauffman March 15, 2022 at 2:31 PM So important Mark to "give both sides respect." I enjoyed this poem very much. Blessings to you and all the best. Mark Koplin March 17, 2022 at 6:12 AM Thank you Sam!

Jan Allison March 15, 2022 at 8:11 AM excellent ink Mark, I see some remarks which are just turgid twaddle with folk hell bent on causing conflict lets just agree to disagree, hugs Jan xx Mark Koplin March 15, 2022 at 12:32 PM It’s amazing isn’t it? People get idiotic whe people don’t agree with them. Thanks Jan!