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I Am a Land

I am a land called, “America”. I am called, “Educated”; a “Super Power”, but, I don’t feel “Super” or “Powerful”… I am drained. I wear the scars of human nature; ignorance and greed. I wear the scarlet blemishes of my own children; Chinese, Irish, Native American, Jewish, Indian; of everyone who ever crossed my soil or were birthed in my womb. I was built on the backs of slaves and the poor, with materials dug from mines by immigrants. People have traveled far to create me; to imprint their blood and sweat on my body. I was stolen from my first children and forced upon others. To some I am given, but, I wear the scars of all species suffering and abuses too numerously hideous to count. My scars are not biodegradable; they will not go away or be dissolved; shredded or pulverized, but, they can change, be transformed. Humans created them, only humans can heal them but, will they?

Copyright © | Year Posted 2020




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Date: 8/27/2020 6:59:00 PM
This is really well-penned... I'm not kidding when I say that it reminds me of Carl Sandburg's award-winning poem, 'Chicago' ('hog-butcher of the world, city of big shoulders,...'). I think that this is publish-worthy. A FAVE! Thanks, Gershon
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M. L. Kiser
Date: 9/1/2020 9:39:00 PM
Thanks for the high praise, Gershon. I am honored that you think so. Thank you for the comments and encouragement, I may submit it.
Date: 8/22/2020 11:41:00 AM
This is so wonderful I do not have words wonderful enough to do this one justice.
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M. L. Kiser
Date: 9/1/2020 9:39:00 PM
Thanks so much my friend, that's wonderful.
Date: 8/22/2020 6:16:00 AM
A great metaphor for human nature, humankind and the universe.. and all the dualities we are created with.. still we are empowered to have all the beauties that heal and inspire! A great enlightening read! A great pleasure reading your poetry, M.L. Kiser! Best regards and blessings.
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M. L. Kiser
Date: 9/1/2020 9:40:00 PM
Thanks so much Besma, Blessings and light to you.
Date: 8/22/2020 5:32:00 AM
This is poem of the day, MLK. Powerful in its message and full of truthful reminders--kudos for this gem!
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M. L. Kiser
Date: 9/1/2020 9:40:00 PM
Thank you Vijay, I am glad that you enjoyed it.
Date: 8/21/2020 6:03:00 PM
Captured the words of the nation from the nation. Insatiable drive for progress rarely stops for reflection. Thank you for your words to prompt this.
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M. L. Kiser
Date: 9/1/2020 9:42:00 PM
Thanks so much for stopping by to read and comment.

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