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I Want No Trouble - POTD

              "As-salamu-alaikum,"
                      That means 
        "Peace be upon you" in Arabic.
           Like most beauty pageants,
           I long for world peace, too.

         I want no trouble; I wish you 
                 Nothing but peace. 
               I sure hope you know 
                  The kind I mean...
       What? Do I want a piece of you?

          Come on now, don't be silly. 
           Drop those dukes, my guy. 
                I am a peaceful man.
                A lover, not a fighter.
          Don't go grab a piece either!

          No sir, I want no shootouts!
        How about we live and let live?
  I'm no bird-flipper; that's not my style.
                    I'd rather flash 
                Peace signs to you. 

            I prefer a firm handshake. 
    Over throwing and parrying hooks 
           Do not wage war with me.
             I want no beef with you. 
   I've consumed more than my share.

         Instead, can we at least try 
               Being vegetarians? 
           If you extend your hand 
            Right or left, I'd shake it 
            And wish you a nice life.

Copyright © Edward Ibeh | Year Posted 2023

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Michael Tor Date: 8/4/2023 12:20:00 PM If those that are destructive can heed your words Edward this world would be a better place. Congratulations on a well deserved POTD... Login to Reply Edward Ibeh Date: 8/4/2023 6:32:00 PM Thank you very much, Michael:-)

Sam Kauffman Date: 8/1/2023 10:52:00 AM Powerful message woven into your delightful word play, Edward! Sending you bouquets and congratulations for your POTD! Peace be with you my friend! Login to Reply Edward Ibeh Date: 8/2/2023 10:14:00 AM Thank you very much as always, Sam:-) It's always a delight to hear from you, my friend.

Tom Cunningham Date: 7/31/2023 11:13:00 PM Love the message in your verse Edward, congratulations on a well deserved honour of POTD. Tom Login to Reply Edward Ibeh Date: 8/1/2023 2:02:00 AM Thank you very much, Tom:-)

Christuraj Alex Date: 7/31/2023 8:38:00 PM This a very powerful writing on the need for a peaceful existence. Congratulations! Login to Reply Edward Ibeh Date: 8/1/2023 2:01:00 AM Thanks again, Christuraj:-)

Hat Bueckert Date: 7/31/2023 7:51:00 PM I like the back and forth, nice write and congrats to you! Login to Reply Edward Ibeh Date: 7/31/2023 8:36:00 PM Thank you very much, Hat:-)

Brandy Nicole Date: 7/31/2023 7:51:00 PM Edward, there are so many ways you can say: "Let's all get along." However, you have expressed this phrase in such an interesting/unique way. The comparison at the end is brilliant. A kind word is always welcomed, and never goes out of style. Congratulations my dear friend, on Poem of the Day. My best to you. :) Brandy Login to Reply Edward Ibeh Date: 7/31/2023 8:37:00 PM Thank you very much, Brandy:-)

Kim Rodrigues Date: 7/31/2023 2:02:00 PM Congratulations on POTD, Edward! You accomplished this with humor. God bless! Login to Reply Edward Ibeh Date: 7/31/2023 8:35:00 PM Thank you so much, Kim:-)

Anne-Lise Andresen Date: 7/31/2023 12:43:00 PM - Congratulations ... as deserved :) - hugs Login to Reply Edward Ibeh Date: 7/31/2023 8:35:00 PM Thanks again, Anne-Lise:-)

Paula Goldsmith Date: 7/31/2023 10:54:00 AM Congratulations on your double win. Have a great day with your double win............ Login to Reply Edward Ibeh Date: 7/31/2023 8:34:00 PM Thank you very much, Paula:-)

Eve Roper Date: 7/31/2023 9:11:00 AM Edward, congratulations on POTD Login to Reply Edward Ibeh Date: 7/31/2023 8:34:00 PM Thank you so much, Eve:-)

I Am Anaya Date: 7/31/2023 8:10:00 AM Congratulations on the POTD! 'I am a lover not a fighter" like many and yet meanspirited let their hurtful words get the best of them. Hoping for peaceful tidings Edward. Ve en paz. Salom!:) Login to Reply Edward Ibeh Date: 7/31/2023 8:34:00 PM Thank you very much, Ananya:-)

Christuraj Alex Date: 7/31/2023 7:24:00 AM Edward Ibeh always writes great poems. This is one of them. Congratulations! Login to Reply Edward Ibeh Date: 7/31/2023 8:33:00 PM Thank you so much, Christuraj:-)

Bill Baker Date: 7/31/2023 7:07:00 AM Very creative way to show your thoughts on peace and life, Ibeh. Congratulations on your POTD! Peace be upon you. Bill Login to Reply Edward Ibeh Date: 7/31/2023 8:32:00 PM Thank you very much, Bill:-)

Mike Gentile Date: 7/31/2023 6:53:00 AM Edward, I really like the way you conveyed this message is such a uniquely poetic way!! No wonder is it POTD!! A beautiful poem this is!!! Login to Reply Edward Ibeh Date: 7/31/2023 8:32:00 PM Thank you very much, Mike:-)

R J. Elless Date: 7/31/2023 6:50:00 AM Edward, Congratulations on Your POTD. Live and let live. We need a lot more of that. Have A Great Day. Login to Reply Edward Ibeh Date: 7/31/2023 8:31:00 PM Thank you very much, RJ:-)

Kim Merryman Date: 7/31/2023 6:50:00 AM Edward, this is fantastic! I love the light-hearted tone and the word play to convey an important message! Congrats on your POTD! Blessings, Kim M Login to Reply Edward Ibeh Date: 7/31/2023 8:31:00 PM Thank you very much, Kim:-)

Lin Lane Date: 7/31/2023 6:28:00 AM "Live and let live..." Great idea that more people should observe and respect. Congratulations on having written today's, POTD, Edward. Login to Reply Edward Ibeh Date: 7/31/2023 8:30:00 PM Thank you very much, Lin:-)

Deb M Date: 7/31/2023 6:28:00 AM Congratulations on POTD Edward….Debx Login to Reply Edward Ibeh Date: 7/31/2023 8:30:00 PM Thank you very much, Deb:-)

Arastu Goyal Date: 7/31/2023 5:49:00 AM Congrats on POTD, Edward. I like the message of your poem, it is simply great! Login to Reply Edward Ibeh Date: 7/31/2023 8:29:00 PM Thank you very much, Arastu:-)

Tom Woody Date: 7/31/2023 5:47:00 AM Peace rules. Cute and clever write Login to Reply Edward Ibeh Date: 8/1/2023 2:08:00 AM Thank you, Tom:-) Brandy Nicole Date: 7/31/2023 7:32:00 PM There's peace in poetry.

Anne-Lise Andresen Date: 7/31/2023 5:14:00 AM - Congratulations on your p.o.t.d. .... a winner in the contest too ... without a doubt :) - hugs Login to Reply Edward Ibeh Date: 8/1/2023 2:06:00 AM Thank you very much, Anne-Lise:-)

Vijay Pandit Date: 7/31/2023 4:26:00 AM Back with BIG congrats on POTD, Edward. Your message resonates. Enjoy your special day today. Login to Reply Edward Ibeh Date: 8/1/2023 2:05:00 AM Thanks again, Vijay:-) Most appreciated.

Tania Kitchin Date: 7/31/2023 3:52:00 AM Ed, a wonderful poem, congratulations on POTD! Login to Reply Edward Ibeh Date: 8/1/2023 2:04:00 AM Thank you so much, Tania:-)

Beryl Edmonds Date: 7/31/2023 2:06:00 AM The world wide language of peace and love is a conversation that begins with us. Congratulations Edward on receiving the honour of poem of the day… Belle Login to Reply Edward Ibeh Date: 8/1/2023 2:03:00 AM Thank you very much, Belle:-)

Unseeking Seeker Date: 7/31/2023 1:48:00 AM Wise counsel, Edward - you speak your mind boldly and honestly. Warmest congratulations on POTD Login to Reply Edward Ibeh Date: 8/1/2023 2:03:00 AM Thank you very much, Seeker:-)

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