Helpless

No man is helpless 
who has words at his fingertips, 
fire in his heart, 
and a box upon which to stand…
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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September 14, 2023 at 11:20 PM
Nice one Jerry! Debx
Brotherton Avatar
September 15, 2023 at 9:04 AM
Thanks, Deb. Sometimes words can be stronger than all the weapons of an Army.
Rodrigues Avatar
September 14, 2023 at 7:38 PM
Good one! Get thee on the soap box!
Brotherton Avatar
September 15, 2023 at 9:06 AM
Thanks, Kim. The right words, spoken in the right place at the right time, can inspire nations to act.
Sambourne Avatar
September 14, 2023 at 7:17 PM
Well stated, Jerry. In 4 short, sharp lines you convey freedom of expression to a T. Be well. Sincerest regards, Brian
Brotherton Avatar
September 15, 2023 at 9:13 AM
Thank you for your wonderful comment. Also, Freedom means that as one person uses the power of expression, another has equal power to either walk away or to act upon those words.
Rolland Avatar
September 14, 2023 at 5:07 PM
so true, and helpful, thanks yann
Brotherton Avatar
September 15, 2023 at 9:15 AM
Thanks, Yann for dropping by and leaving such wonderful words of encouragement.
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