In a Perfect World

In a perfect world, we would love everyone,
our hearts would be open to all.
No ideologies would clutter our space,
our grievances would be small.

There'd be no prejudice, no ego trips,
our thoughts would find common ground.
The color of our skin would be artists' hues
the most lovely mixtures around.

The skies would always be deep blue,
with balmy white clouds floating by.
Sunsets so lovely they would last all night,
with comets trailing fire in the sky.

The lion and lamb would be good friends;
they'd romp in the morning dew.
Soon they'd be joined by the other beasts
no fear of a terrible zoo.

A tree would grow from a single seed
blown by a soft summer breeze.
As ideas can form from a single thought
Forming substance in times like these.

But life isn't a fantasy tale;
nor a web of wishes loosely spun.
In truth, there is much we need to correct.
In a perfect world, we would love everyone.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2021

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Sangster - K Avatar
August 7, 2021 at 5:38 AM
This is a world I want to live in. Beautifully written Ann. No prejudice, no ego trips. No ideologies. Cheers my friend :-)
Peck Avatar
August 9, 2021 at 10:14 AM
Wouldn't it be wonderful! Things seem to be collapsing all around. It's hard to remain positive. I used to rewatch Friends before going to bed, it's so feelgood. Maybe Mayberry next, such a gentle time (for some) Take care!
Neumann Avatar
July 27, 2021 at 3:18 AM
What a dream. And when reality sucks, all we have is love and kindness. Best wishes, Kai
Peck Avatar
July 27, 2021 at 8:36 AM
Thanks for commenting, Kai. Yes, the two strengths we seem to have forgotten how to show. Take care, Ann
Radice Avatar
July 20, 2021 at 11:30 AM
We can dream Ann. Lovely sentiments behind your words. Cheers - Gary
Peck Avatar
July 20, 2021 at 3:26 PM
Thanks so much, Gary. Maybe someday we'll get there :)
Balasubramanian Avatar
July 20, 2021 at 10:55 AM
A perfect world like you wrote would be so blissful. Your poem gave much joy.Thanks for brightening my Potd with your wonderful comments.
Peck Avatar
July 20, 2021 at 3:25 PM
Dear Rama, thank you for your wonderful comments. Yes, it could be a blissful world, if only.
Kauffman Avatar
July 20, 2021 at 10:51 AM
Amen Ann! Love the stanza with the lion and the lamb romping. Wonderfully metaphoric stanza to go with your vision of a perfect world. And, yes, we have work to do. Thank you for reminding us of our goal of a perfect world. Blessings to you!
Peck Avatar
July 20, 2021 at 3:21 PM
Thank you for your lovely comments, Sam. Sometimes it seems we have a very high hill to climb. If we could only just be kind.
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