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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.

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Date: 8/7/2021 5:38:00 AM
This is a world I want to live in. Beautifully written Ann. No prejudice, no ego trips. No ideologies. Cheers my friend :-)
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Ann Peck
Date: 8/9/2021 10:14:00 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!
Date: 7/27/2021 3:18:00 AM
What a dream. And when reality sucks, all we have is love and kindness. Best wishes, Kai
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Ann Peck
Date: 7/27/2021 8:36:00 AM
Thanks for commenting, Kai. Yes, the two strengths we seem to have forgotten how to show. Take care, Ann
Date: 7/20/2021 11:30:00 AM
We can dream Ann. Lovely sentiments behind your words. Cheers - Gary
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Ann Peck
Date: 7/20/2021 3:26:00 PM
Thanks so much, Gary. Maybe someday we'll get there :)
Date: 7/20/2021 10:55:00 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.
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Ann Peck
Date: 7/20/2021 3:25:00 PM
Dear Rama, thank you for your wonderful comments. Yes, it could be a blissful world, if only.
Date: 7/20/2021 10:51:00 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!
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Ann Peck
Date: 7/20/2021 3:21:00 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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