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To Paul your word have inspired this from me, hope you enjoy my dear fellow, cheri

Freedom of the Written Word

Does not the pen yield its ink unto the bare page,
For expressionism to spill forward expelling inspirations
Liberal curve, it’s the power of freedom of speech is
It not.
How many have died for what they believe in,
What weight in blood soils, have these brave
Individuals has cost in life’s causes of the justice
And righteous.
These voices sounding can be heard even though
The flesh flame has been extinguished, hope light
Flickers in the darkest corner of silence, and it’s mighty
Winds wave can still be felt amongst the living.
Know one stands alone in a justified cause, if the truth
In the written words is spoken out loud, and is proudly
Bared by the author.
The next generations seeks our kindling fire, to inspire
There small embers to burn more brightly let us encourage
Such raw fuel to ignite, not smother it by smug self righteousness.
Set ablaze the pages of the future generations, let their inspirational
Spark spread, setting the very heavens a fire with enlightenment's torrent.
In this world we are given the gift of speech, thought, and wisdom,
For what other reason but to share the best of ourselves with others,
It is the gleaming light that sizzles in the eyes of the human spirit,
And severs us from the beast of the fields, and it is called Intelligence,
Compassion, and the freedom of speech.

BY: CHERYL ANNA DUNN
Copyright © | Year Posted 2015

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Neels Avatar
January 22, 2015 at 4:48 AM
This is such a timely write Cheryl. Really enjoyed reading it today :)
Matt Avatar
January 18, 2015 at 8:13 PM
SORRY MEAN CERYL
Matt Avatar
January 18, 2015 at 8:12 PM
BROKEN DOLL IS REAL GOOD WRITING MISS CERLYL
Anderson Avatar
January 18, 2015 at 4:12 PM
Absolutely beautiful my dear. Well said. Thank you for your talent.
Horsman Avatar
January 18, 2015 at 3:26 PM
This is amazing, your sincerity comes through with every word you wrote,,and no doubt as you were inspired so shall others who are fortunate enough to read this..
Hamilton Avatar
January 15, 2015 at 5:07 PM
wonderfully expressed Cheri great pen hugs 7
Petersen Potter Avatar
January 15, 2015 at 11:11 AM
Hi Cheryl! Excellent pen here! I enjoyed very much your piece on freedom of speech, so well expressed and much passion you've put into it my dearest friend.. Great pen! A 7 from me! Have a wonderful day! :) Love and hugs!xxxx D. ^O^"
Meade Avatar
January 14, 2015 at 1:10 PM
Your words are filled with grace and love . . . wisdom and encouragement . . . light and hope . . . strength and passion . . . I could on . . . wonderful my dear friend . . . my your pen never run dry! with love and fondness.7
Callus Avatar
January 14, 2015 at 8:06 AM
Well done Cherl! .. and thank you for the mention; glad I have been of some inspiration to you and others. May this flame of freedom and hope be passed on from one to another. Take care and have a nice day my friend. // paul
Kiser Avatar
January 13, 2015 at 10:13 PM
Bravo! I had to favorite it.
Pinet Avatar
January 13, 2015 at 10:09 PM
An outpouring of emotions that surges up from the heart and splashes against the page. Emile.
Dietrich Avatar
January 13, 2015 at 5:56 PM
this one is very timely seeing what is going on in today's world. WEll done!
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