How Not To Start a War

War is a sickness that kills one by one,
you never know it's coming until - BAM!
It will sneak up on you like a hit man,
and it makes sure to take your only son.
When I think about what they could have done
to stop this madness before it began,
my thoughts are of preaching's from a wise Man
named Jesus Christ, only begotten Son.

He talks of forgiveness and being meek,
to always show kindness to thy neighbor.
Even if they aren't worthy of your time,
still, you must love and turn the other cheek.
Don't be too weary of all your labor,
that you are willing to commit a crime.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2014

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Thajudeen Avatar
January 1, 2015 at 9:11 AM
I enjoyed reading your poem.very interesting and meaningful.Thanks for sharing.Wish you dear poet a happy new year 2015.God bless you and all. -Safa
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January 6, 2015 at 3:00 AM
Thank you Safa! Glad you liked it. ^_^
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December 25, 2014 at 9:28 PM
Very deep Veronica, , A nice warm WELCOME to poetry soup. I hope you enjoy being part of the community. You'll find many friendly poets, who are ready to support and give positive feedback. I want to be the first to invite you on over, to the contest page. I OFFER MY CONTEST, "In The Moment" in hopes it inspires you to write again. I look forward in following you and your poetry:) Enjoy this site, and the coming New Year! From: your new poet friend@-> LINDA <-@
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December 26, 2014 at 2:00 AM
Thank you for your kind words Linda! Merry Christmas to you too!
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December 23, 2014 at 4:07 AM
- Welcome to P - Soup, Veronica !!!! .... A Christmas smile two you :) - I wish you and your family a peaceful and lovely Christmas - oxox // Anne-Lise :)
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December 26, 2014 at 2:01 AM
Thank you Anne-Lise! I wish you a wonderful holiday as well. :3
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