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Going Forward

GOING FORWARD What could bring about World War three, Which continent will it be, To unlock the frustrations of the poor, From within their very core, And unleash their long felt wrath, A wrath that arose from an, Impoverished and hopeless path. A wrath would be unleashed on the rich and elite, Bringing forward millions of feet. As there is a huge dividing line, It is just a matter of time. Until the poor will rise, And want to claim first prize! Countries must now unite, To settle this breadline fight, Not wait for a chaotic state, Not let history record this date. Education is the essential key, For everyone including you and me, And should open many a door, To the impoverished poor. If we go forward in this way, We will engage the poor to Have their say, Equality will then be the order Of the day.

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Robert Lindley

Date: 1/31/2019 8:24:00 AM

War should never be the answer sought but history shows it is in man's dark nature. Your verses deliver an important message and a pleasure to read my dear friend.. A fav..

Date: 1/31/2019 5:18:00 AM

Jennifer, you hit the nail on the head. It seems there are more and more poor people about and the rich don't care. Very sad but also true, if something doesn't happen, chaos of the poor will reign. Kim

Gordon Mcconnell

Date: 1/28/2019 7:33:00 AM

Good write Jennifer, yes this mad, mad world anything is possible but thankfully God is in control and we can trust him to take care of us. Blessings always, Gordon

Jennifer Proxenos
Date: 1/28/2019 1:01:00 PM

Hi Gordon, how lovely to have you visit. Thank-you for a great comment - yes God is in control - have a blessed week. Poetry hugs, Jennifer.

Jesz Ika

Date: 1/28/2019 4:37:00 AM

Interesting thought, Jennifer. Hello. By the look of things, i won't be surprised if such a major event befell us. I like your style...serious, realistic, to the point. and you address real issues such as the injustices which we witness moment by moment, day by day.. kudos

Jennifer Proxenos
Date: 1/28/2019 6:36:00 AM

Absolutely Jesz - but unfortunately governments and politicians around the world are greedy and then this moves negatively down the line, until their greed affects the man in the street - something must be done urgently! Thanks for a great comment. Poetry hugs, Jennifer.

Silent One

Date: 1/27/2019 4:33:00 PM

Your words are true and I hope there is no world war three.. However it wouldnt surprise me if some idiot did trigger a big war..

Jennifer Proxenos
Date: 1/28/2019 1:34:00 AM

Hi there, It only takes one madman to press one button and another continent to reciprocate and boom two continents vanish, unless there are plans we don't know about and target every continent. But rest assured the politicians and the elite will go underground! Thank-you for your comment, Poetry wishes, Jennifer.

Vijay Pandit

Date: 1/26/2019 7:57:00 AM

So true and deeply moving...a wake up call. Hope the world changes before your prediction comes true. When the wealth is concentrated in a tiny percentage of the world population..the imbalance will cause massive unrest. A prophetic write, Jennifer.

Jennifer Proxenos
Date: 1/26/2019 12:32:00 PM

Thank you Vijay for a wonderful comment - yes you re-iterate my fears, and what could easily spill over into a world-wide revolution. Poetry hugs, Jennifer.

Joseph May

Date: 1/26/2019 6:30:00 AM

Very nicely penned Jennifer... The world needs the balance of equality..

Jennifer Proxenos
Date: 1/26/2019 12:22:00 PM

They certainly do Joseph and urgently. Thank you for a very relevant comment, Poetry hugs, Jennifer.

John Gondolf

Date: 1/26/2019 5:25:00 AM

Your words are so true, Jennifer. As we move ahead in our careers and lives we must never forget the less fortunate, we will receive our rewards when we reach the pearly gates, plus it’s the right thing to do. All my best. John

Jennifer Proxenos
Date: 1/26/2019 12:28:00 PM

It has become of dire importance that governments deal with this dilemma the soonest. Thank you for a great comment! Poetry hugs, Jennifer.

Besma Riabi Dziri

Date: 1/26/2019 2:28:00 AM

I'm deeply touched by your poem, dearest Jennifer.. You wrote my state of ache, frustration and wrath! Anarchy is prevailing! Injustice is suffocating! A poetess of perceptive soul, piercing mind and warm heart is raising awareness in the finest of words and in the most heartfelt and sincere sentiments! A wonderful call to Humanity! In my fave list. I do share your concern and worry about what is happening to the whole world.. my deepest regards soul sister.. love and hugs.

Jennifer Proxenos
Date: 1/26/2019 12:21:00 PM

I know Besma, I feel as you feel but it suits greedy politicians to ignore this impending chaos! Awareness is paramount, but when will they realize it! Stay well and strong dear soul sister! Poetry hugs, Jennifer.

Lindsay Laurie

Date: 1/24/2019 11:44:00 PM

G'day Jennifer … for some reason, greed and corruption always push their way in when humanity appears to be moving forward together. Your warning to the world is full of merit Jennifer - Lindsay

Jennifer Proxenos
Date: 1/25/2019 2:43:00 AM

Thank you for your complimentary comment Lindsay. I believe that although the rich are getting richer the poor are definitely getting poorer and the dividing line is becoming more and more unfair, making the wrath of the poor stronger and more powerful as the percentage of poor increases. Poetry hugs, Jennifer.

Frank Sheehan

Date: 1/24/2019 7:29:00 PM

Great rhyme. It conveys a very powerful message. Thanks for posting.

Jennifer Proxenos
Date: 1/25/2019 2:48:00 AM

Hi Frank, I hope that governments understand that the situation is becoming volatile at an increasing pace because as I mentioned to Lindsay, the dividing line is increasing on the poorer side, they are not very happy people at present. Thank you for a very apt comment. Poetry hugs, Jennifer.

David Byrne

Date: 1/23/2019 11:18:00 PM

It might be helpful if everyone asked themselves what they are willing to kill for.

Jennifer Proxenos
Date: 1/24/2019 12:26:00 PM

Unfortunately life is cheap for many, killing or murdering is on the rise and the media with all their reality programs, don't help this dilemma! Thank you for a very relevant comment David. Poetry hugs, Jennifer.

Mystic Rose Rose

Date: 1/23/2019 7:31:00 PM

Every human should have a chance to have their basic needs me. We should all feel responsible for each others well being, that would be an ideal world, xo

Jennifer Proxenos
Date: 1/24/2019 12:17:00 PM

Hi Pixie Dust, yes that would be great but man's greed has disturbed planet earth, ideally it would be awesome, but practically and in reality, money is ruling our world! thanks for a lovely comment. Poetry hugs, Jennifer.

Nette Onclaud

Date: 1/23/2019 4:02:00 PM

i shudder at the thought with unfit leaders from many countries making wrong choices in in the name of power... good one, hen!..huggs

Jennifer Proxenos
Date: 1/24/2019 12:13:00 PM

Many years ago, my dad explained a voting process that he had read about, that one qualified to vote according to one's education and income bracket. Perhaps this would motivate people (going forward) to study, study and study more! Always great to have you visit! Poetry hugs, Jennifer.

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 1/23/2019 3:06:00 PM

By the way, I think it was you that missed my last contest,so if you did not notice, I put a new one up!

Jennifer Proxenos
Date: 1/24/2019 11:58:00 AM

Thanks Andrea. Poetry hugs, Jennifer.

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 1/23/2019 3:06:00 PM

By the way, I think it was you that missed my last contest,so if you did not notice, I put a new one up!

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 1/23/2019 3:05:00 PM

your words are VERY important, jennifer. Love this. Have you heard the reverse theory? that the super rich have a plan to eliminate most of humanity, particularly the poor? I hear so many different things, my head is spinning!

Jennifer Proxenos
Date: 1/24/2019 11:57:00 AM

Politics - always complicated, rather dirty, and everywhere across our globe more or less the same! Thanks for your comment great Andrea. Poetry hugs, Jennifer.

Bobby May

Date: 1/22/2019 9:20:00 PM

Very well said I am with you 100%

Jennifer Proxenos
Date: 1/23/2019 12:04:00 PM

Hi Bobby, thank-you for your visit and kind comment . As I mentioned below - the poor are becoming more volatile than we think - when you don't have enough money to give your child food and shelter, a parent will stop at nothing to provide for his/her family. Poetry hugs, Jennifer.

Rico Leffanta

Date: 1/22/2019 5:00:00 PM

"The business of business is to create wealth; the business of government is to distribute that wealth for the good of the nation." But cash corrupts, and like Trump bankrupting the nation over a Vanity Wall - or Ivanka's trademarks, government steals the wealth without stern and active oversight. Well said, Jennifer! Aloha! Rico

Jennifer Proxenos
Date: 1/23/2019 11:58:00 AM

Hi Rico, corruption is rife worldwide in the political arena. It starts at the top and ultimately reaches the man in the street who do not have the financial means to educate their children, as they are living from hand to mouth very sad and dangerous! Poetry hugs and wishes, Jennifer.

Paul Callus

Date: 1/22/2019 2:06:00 PM

Your poem expresses real concern for what is happening in our world, Jenny. We will never live in peace as long as 'wealth' is not distributed in such a way that poor countries will get their rightful share. It's a shame that the rich keep getting richer. As you say, education is important, but many leaders prefer to sow ignorance! ~ Warm regards // paul

Jennifer Proxenos
Date: 1/23/2019 11:47:00 AM

Hi Paul, We only have to see all these desperate people crossing over into the USA, into Europe and into South Africa, desperation drives them, ignoring the dangers involved, only thinking of freedom, even if they die in the process. A great comment, thank-you Paul. Poetry hugs and wishes Jennifer.

Alexis Y.

Date: 1/22/2019 2:02:00 PM

Hi Jennifer, I agree with the content of this will written piece. Education without a doubt is the key. Excellent verse:-) Alexis

Jennifer Proxenos
Date: 1/23/2019 11:41:00 AM

Hi Alexis, always a pleasure to have you visiting. Thank-you for a lovely comment, governments spend so much on other social areas that don't need as much attention as education - I hope our world wakes up and smells the coffee before it is too late! Poetry hugs and wishes. Jennifer.

Caren Krutsinger

Date: 1/22/2019 1:58:00 PM

Education is the key. That is for sure. Some are outraged, but for the wrong reasons which is another reason education is the key.

Jennifer Proxenos
Date: 1/23/2019 11:35:00 AM

Yes Caren education is the key. What I admire is that some know their parents cannot afford to educate them, so secure two jobs, get very little sleep, pass their exams and become successful entrepreneurs. I love to see that happening and greatly admire such people Thank-you for your kind comment. Poetry hugs, Jennifer.

Carolyn Devonshire

Date: 1/22/2019 1:11:00 PM

There have truly been many uprisings in which the poor pursued their outrage. Here it seems to be the lowest income earners who endure the hardships of every economic crisis. Perhaps the future will hold another "storming of the Bastille." Though many of us pray for peace, we cannot help but be moved by poems like yours, Jennifer. Hugs, Carolyn

Jennifer Proxenos
Date: 1/23/2019 11:25:00 AM

Hi Carolyn, Thank-you for a very relevant and wonderful comment. The rich are getting richer and the poor poorer. I personally think that if 3rd world countries especially, don't make a plan to educate the majority, the majority will rise up in revolt! Take care, poetry hugs, Jennifer.