Line Gauthier Poet Elegy

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In Memory

where we are born is a coin toss
some are lucky some are not
here we live a sheltered life
ignorant of the injustices in other lands
we take our freedom for granted
 and don’t give it a second thought

it’s inconceivable for us to imagine
that many know only oppression
poverty and injustice
we just cannot imagine

blessed are those who speak up
against suppression and abuse
persecution and tyranny

blessed are those who lend their voice
to fight for the rights of oppressed
no matter the cost

‘nothing is more perilous
than the truth in a world of lies’
quoting Nawal El Saadawi
and she would know

a brave woman
dedicating her life
to fight for human rights

1931-2021
Nawal El Saadawi
egyptian queen
rest in peace
you earned your wings



AP: 3rd place 2021

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Indiana Shaw May 21, 2021 at 4:28 PM Wonderful poem Line, it brought back memories of an Afghan poet, Meena Keshwar Kamal, but, Meena sadly died for her fight, God bless them both . . . Line Gauthier May 22, 2021 at 6:25 AM How tragic ~ thanks for your visit and message, Indiana ~

Demetrios Trifiatis April 21, 2021 at 4:28 AM Profound, dynamic, and truthful writing, dearest Line! Much enjoyed! Blessings Line Gauthier May 22, 2021 at 6:25 AM Thank you very much, Demetrios ~

Robert Pettit April 20, 2021 at 6:35 AM Nicely written poetic tribute about a fine lady. Line Gauthier April 20, 2021 at 3:51 PM Thank you very much, Robert ~

Evelyn Judy Buehler April 19, 2021 at 7:35 PM Your beautiful tribute to a woman of selfless devotion, touches the heart, Line. A wonderful poem! Line Gauthier April 20, 2021 at 5:46 AM Thank you very much, Evelyn ~

Connie Marcum Wong April 19, 2021 at 6:00 PM This is such a lovely tribute to a Great Lady! Indeed she has earned her wings! This truth seeks those giving souls who selflessly give of their time and effort. Beautiful Line! Have a great week my friend. Blessings xxoo Line Gauthier April 19, 2021 at 6:21 PM Thanks, Connie. Much appreciated ~

Eve Roper April 18, 2021 at 9:21 PM Great write, Line. Of course if we've not been in their shoes how are we to learn. A lot of us do have it ease. Hope you are doing well. Hugs Eve Line Gauthier April 19, 2021 at 5:26 AM Thanks, Eve. We take so much for granted ~

Harry Horsman April 17, 2021 at 9:02 PM What an amazing tribute this is Line. Yes a favourite for me also. Line Gauthier April 18, 2021 at 9:01 AM Thank you very much, Harry. Most appreciated ~

Andrea Dietrich April 16, 2021 at 8:03 PM So very true, and what a wonderful tribute. Line. A fave for me. Thanks also for my win in your contest. I am so happy you liked an acrostic that was one of my personal favorites. Line Gauthier April 17, 2021 at 8:52 AM Yes and Thanks for the lovely compliment, Andrea ~

Susan Ashley April 16, 2021 at 7:27 PM A beautiful tribute, Line, and oh, so true.. we are lucky but most are not. You portray a regal woman of great fortitude in your grand poem, my friend. Thank you for sharing. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan Line Gauthier April 17, 2021 at 8:52 AM Thank you so much, Susan ~ most appreciated

Gershon Wolf April 16, 2021 at 4:24 PM Awesome, tender-tough dedication, my friend. And thanks for the history lesson too. Happy weekend, Line. :) gw Line Gauthier April 16, 2021 at 6:58 PM Thanks, Gershon. I guess she is not that well known outside her country.

Mystic Rose Rose April 16, 2021 at 4:05 PM The brave ones are few and far between, thank you for sharing her life story, dear Line, :) Line Gauthier April 16, 2021 at 6:57 PM Indeed ~ much appreciated, Mystic ~

Kim Merryman April 16, 2021 at 9:32 AM A beautiful tribute, Line! Blessings, Kim M Line Gauthier April 16, 2021 at 3:28 PM Thank you, Kim ~ much appreciated