Eileen Manassian Poet Free verse

I Am Scared

Warnings are given
School schedules on hold
Evacuation notice
Echoes of years ago
Rushing to Jounieh port
Under cover of night
The harbor being shelled
“NO lights
NO lights!!!!
Not even a cigarette
Get on the speed boat
Hurry…HURRY!"

Cyprus…a blessed few hours away
If only we can speed away
On this fastest speed boat in the world
Sent to rescue
I’m going to be sick
Waves hitting the windows
As we listen for the sound of whistling bombs
Listening
Waiting to be blown out of the water
Will we make it?
Will we make it????
Palpable tension in the suffocating darkness

Now…TODAY
Memories struggling to gain attention
"Restrict movement
No again unnecessary trips
War is around the corner
Be careful!"

I’m scared
But mostly....
I’m tired
The sounds of war…
have not yet died out from my ears
The sights of devastation…
have not yet left my vision
The fear of death
has not yet left my heart
And now….
It resurfaces
Pulling out of the tomb
The ghost of war passed


NOW…new threats
New dreams on hold
Lives again on HOLD
ON HOLD
We were not meant to dream
We were not meant to live
Free

I’m sick
I’m sick of hearing about it
I’m sick of the world being silent
I’m sick of worrying about where to go…
I’m sick of thinking of those who will die
And the country that will be left
In utter anarchy and chaos
As the others in the region
This region of bloodshed and strife…

“There shall be wars and rumors of wars
Nation shall rise against nation
Because iniquity shall abound
The love of many shall wax cold
There shall be earthquake
Pestilence
Distress of Nations
Famine
Signs in the sun, moon, and stars
When these things begin to come to pass
LOOK UP
FOR YOUR REDEMTION DRAWETH NIGH.”

These are the signs of the times
He is coming
He is at the door….
Heaven will burst open
And He will come triumphant
AND EVERY EYE SHALL SEE HIM....
Nothing secret about His coming

ARE YOU READY
FOR THE COMING PRINCE OF PEACE?
Then finally, FINALLY
Worry and fear
The bloodshed
And every war
WILL CEASE….
FINALLY
Oh, LORD JESUS, FINALLY
We can have
P E A C E!

Eileen Manassian Ghali

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Paul Callus March 8, 2020 at 1:17 PM When you wrote this poem I was not yet on Soup and did not even know you existed, but I still remember the Syrian civil war spillover in Lebanon. Those deadly clashes must have been terrible. In this poem you project the hopelessness and helplessness of war, the fears and uncertainty. A fav for me. Love // paul

Poet Tacito September 5, 2013 at 8:06 AM My best wishes to you & the family. May this all come to a quick end. Eileen Manassian September 5, 2013 at 11:46 AM Please..Don't worry too much. Things are calm at the moment. I mean...I'm worried about what MIGHT happen. Thanks for thinking of us and your concern, Drake. Much appreciated!

Charmaine Chircop September 5, 2013 at 7:41 AM Eileen even if not the end of the world...yet..Jesus will always save us..and even those who died at war are saved..Their soul is rejoicing in heaven..Eileen you will live your dream..You will live your life..All will pass and you llbe safe..You ll never be alone Big hug Eileen Manassian September 5, 2013 at 11:47 AM Yes...he is a shelter and refuge, a present help in time of trouble. Thanks, beautiful for caring enough to read and post. HUGS!

Donna Jones September 5, 2013 at 6:50 AM Hey sweetie....a pouring out of emotions here...I feel..them too...no child of God need fear even in a lions den eh? Remember the story? And yes peace will come....love ya MD Eileen Manassian September 5, 2013 at 11:48 AM Yea...one of my favorite stories. I do love lions, but hungry lions can stay away from me. Angels can shut their mouths too! Love you, MD. I really do! May it be as He wills! XOXOXO

Jack Ellison September 5, 2013 at 6:36 AM All of us here on the Soup are with you in this difficult time, my dear Eileen. "I’m sick of worrying about where to go…" it is inconceivable to even be put in this position! Our hearts go out to you... STAY SAFE!!! Warm hugs and much love, sweet lady... your good friend, Jack xoxox Eileen Manassian September 5, 2013 at 11:50 AM Don't worry, Jack. I'm sorry if I have made it bigger than it is....I will let you know how things develop. So far...life is normal and people are going to the beach and eating out. It's just good to take precautions..that's all. Please, don't get too worried. Maybe all will be well. HUGS...Love ya for caring....

Richard Lamoureux September 5, 2013 at 6:23 AM Amen! I am worried about what is happening in Syria but like you I believe in Christ's promises. You have captured these emotions well with this superb and emotional piece. Richard Lamoureux September 7, 2013 at 8:46 AM ;0) Eileen Manassian September 5, 2013 at 11:51 AM Thanks, Richard...I just don't want a replay of that time...Yes, He is there...He always is! Thanks for the support!

Ken Carroll September 4, 2013 at 11:21 PM HI Eileen, Wonderful write depicting the second coming of our Lord and Messiah.. Ken. Eileen Manassian September 5, 2013 at 11:51 AM :) The coming King of Kings! Thanks for stopping by, Ken...Much appreciated!!!

Eileen Manassian September 4, 2013 at 11:17 PM I believe in the soon coming of Jesus Christ. Why? Because I believe He keeps his promises! :) Luke 21: 27- And then shall they see the Son of man coming in a cloud with power and great glory. 28 And when these things begin to come to pass, then look up, and lift up your heads; for your redemption draweth nigh. Though some may think me delusional, I believe in heaven where there is no death, sorrow, sickness, and pain. NO MORE WAR!!! Soon! Why does He wait? 2 Peter 3: 3 - 15 has the answer! :)