Mark Koplin Poet Couplet

Freedom of Choice

Dear poets of the soup, how are you this beautiful day
I hope you all are well and continue to stay that way

Believers of science, some of you are not
I’m sorry if you live in fear, of a vaccination shot

I’ve lost friends and family, I’m sure that you have as well
I hope you believe the facts, not social media’s show and tell

We are not a communist nation, nor will we ever be
Our government can’t force a needle, in the arm of you or me

We need to all move forward, don’t shed another tear
Life is very short, don’t waste it living in fear

As far back as I can remember, folks have feared the end of days
If the end truly causes you fear, then maybe you need to change your ways

I respect everyone’s opinion, I’m glad that you’ve found your voice
But my opinion also matters, so please respect my choice

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Eve Roper August 17, 2021 at 8:01 PM Well said, Mark, there has been to many lost and of course there will be more. Leaving in fear is not why God put us in this world , we are to have faith. Congratulations on POTW. Mark Koplin August 24, 2021 at 11:28 AM Indeed, Thank you so much Eve!

Constance La France August 16, 2021 at 9:19 AM Mark, well written and congratulations on POTW enjoy the honor ~Constance Mark Koplin August 24, 2021 at 11:28 AM Thank you Constance, it's always a pleasure my friend!

Natasha L Scragg August 16, 2021 at 4:18 AM Hello Mark. This poem is brilliant and an excellent reminder of how everybody's voice and choice matters. Love the lyrical feel to this one too. Congrats on POTW. Mark Koplin August 24, 2021 at 11:27 AM Thank you for your uplifting comment. I appreciate your kind words!

Rama Balasubramanian August 16, 2021 at 12:59 AM Well said Mark. Congratulations on Potw. Enjoy the honour Mark Koplin August 24, 2021 at 11:26 AM Thank you very much Rama!

Malabika Ray Choudhury August 15, 2021 at 2:45 PM Congratulations on POTW, Mark. To me, your choice is very wise. BW ~ Mala Mark Koplin August 24, 2021 at 11:26 AM Thank you Mala, enjoy your day!

David Kavanagh August 15, 2021 at 2:09 PM Back with congratulations on potw Mark, amazing how you speaking the truth plain and simple, can push the naysayers lies aside Cheers David Mark Koplin August 24, 2021 at 11:25 AM Thanks bud, I sure hope so.

Regina Mcintosh August 15, 2021 at 5:59 AM Amen. Love this and congrats on POTW! God bless you. Love, Gina Mark Koplin August 24, 2021 at 11:25 AM Thank you Gina, have a great day!

Tania Kitchin August 15, 2021 at 5:19 AM Well done and well said Mark, congratulations on POTW! Mark Koplin August 24, 2021 at 11:24 AM Thanks Tania, I appreciate that my friend!

Jan Allison August 15, 2021 at 3:59 AM Wow way to go on POTW Mark, very well deserved for your words of wisdom:-) hugs Jan xx Mark Koplin August 24, 2021 at 11:24 AM How sweet, thank you so much Jan!

Jenna Logan August 15, 2021 at 1:36 AM Poem of the Week! Congratulations for your recognition, Mark. We are definitely NOT a Communist nation, despite what some choose to believe. I'm delighted to see your wise words highlighted. Mark Koplin August 24, 2021 at 11:23 AM Thanks Jenna, I think some people are confused as to what a communist country would truly be like.

Tom Cunningham August 15, 2021 at 1:05 AM Back with congratulations Mark on your poem being chosen as POTW. Tom Mark Koplin August 24, 2021 at 11:22 AM Thank you so much Tom!

Jan Allison August 13, 2021 at 10:41 AM wise words indeed mark, we have to fight this virus and if the jab is our weapon of choice then so be it. i am double vaccinated as are all our family, hugs Jan xx Mark Koplin August 13, 2021 at 11:22 AM Thanks Jan! I’m glad to hear that you and your family are protected.

Jenna Logan August 12, 2021 at 6:16 PM Dear Mark, I haven't been around for a while, but want to commend you on this write. You make a great point and yet don't bash anyone in so doing as today's potd did. I commented on it and will expect some snide remarks but I can live with that. Jenna Logan August 13, 2021 at 7:46 AM ;) Mark Koplin August 13, 2021 at 4:54 AM It’s an absolute shame that there are so many that believe everything on the internet and live in fear. I wonder if it was the same 100 years ago when we were in lockdown and wore masks. I appreciate your comment and support my friend, like always it’s an honor to have you on my stoop.

Jennifer Fenn August 12, 2021 at 3:46 PM Great write Mark! Mark Koplin August 12, 2021 at 5:19 PM Thanks Jennifer!

David Kavanagh August 12, 2021 at 3:42 PM Wise words Mark, I believe paranoia is what drives the social media tool, your poem reminds me of Billy Joel’s song, we didn’t start the fire, indeed it has always being burning since the world was turning, cheers David Mark Koplin August 12, 2021 at 5:19 PM Thanks David! I think you’re right. So many believe everything they read and freak out.

Tom Cunningham August 12, 2021 at 3:41 PM Its the only weapon we have at the moment so we should all use it, ive seen many antivacineers in icu wishing they'd taken the shot, for many its too late. Tom Mark Koplin August 12, 2021 at 5:06 PM I agree, I feel bad for the people who are scared of it.