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is it normal to sear the soul to let the dormant hate control Is it normal to mar the mind with daggered words dipped in "unkind" Is it normal to hunt the heart with gleeful zest to maim a part Is it normal to lampoon love make it a joke; give it a shove Is it normal to deaden dreams out of some envy laden schemes Is it normal to negate nice claim that its fake then take a slice Is it normal to insult ideals to devour each in packaged meals if normal's not in one of these then read the next lines, if you please... "business as normal" is just pretend when hurting's not been brought to end For acting "normal" when one bleeds Can never clear the painful deeds The only way to make amend is to forget the "normal" trend So be sincere; apologize own up to wrong and empathize then back to "normal" things can go and better still, I tell you so! Eileen Manassian

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Richard Lamoureux

Date: 2/21/2018 9:01:00 AM

Worth a second read. I hope you are having a great day. Hugs Rick.

Alexis Y.

Date: 7/29/2017 5:10:00 PM

Hi Elieen, You are soo good at writing thought provoking writes. This write was no exception. It pulled the reader and made them think. After much pondering my answer is "No" it's not normal. Excellent job:-) Alexis

Freddie Robinson Jr.

Date: 7/28/2017 3:35:00 PM

Excellent philosophical pondering, Eileen. You spark the mind w/thought provoking assertions. Mental and spiritual exercise is good for the soul. Powerful poem. A POTW nominee in my book. Love and joy always.

Scott Thirtyseven

Date: 7/28/2017 8:51:00 AM

I really liked your Deaden dreams lines Like the rest of this piece, so true, and well said.

Afolabi Muideen

Date: 7/26/2017 5:13:00 PM

Very beautiful written poem. love it.

Sara Kendrick

Date: 7/26/2017 1:50:00 PM

I like the rhymth and flow to this one plus an added benefit of a philosophical theme..Enjoyed reading your work..Sara

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 7/26/2017 11:04:00 AM

Wise wise words, let's create a new normal!

Eileen Manassian
Date: 7/26/2017 11:11:00 AM

Yes, Richard. Sounds like a plan. Sometimes people wonder why things aren't the same...how can they be when there has been no attempt to right a wrong. Wounds just don't go away...they need ointment. :) Hope all is well, dear.

Dean Wood

Date: 7/26/2017 9:45:00 AM

This is so wise and so true Eileen. A beautiful piece of didactic poetry that we should all heed. I really enjoyed this. - Dean

Eileen Manassian
Date: 7/26/2017 11:11:00 AM

Thanks, Dean. It's good to have you visit. I'll be round to visit you soon. :)

Maureen McGreavy The Insolent Rib

Date: 7/26/2017 9:36:00 AM

You rock :) xomo!

Eileen Manassian
Date: 7/26/2017 9:42:00 AM

Thanks, Love....SO DO YOU! :)

Joanna Daniel

Date: 7/26/2017 7:50:00 AM

Fabulous poem and so truly said, Eileen:) enjoy your holidays:)

Eileen Manassian
Date: 7/26/2017 9:42:00 AM

Thanks, Jo. Didn't know how worn out I was until I got here. We have spent the day indoors catching up on things that enrich our souls. Tomorrow...the beach! :) Hugs

Russell Sivey

Date: 7/26/2017 6:45:00 AM

What a beautifully written poem my friend! It's been awhile since I've seen your work, and it's nice to read you again! Your piece here is magnificent and marvelous! I really enjoyed reading this wondrous piece this morning! You have excited my ears this fine day! Great Work!!

Eileen Manassian
Date: 7/26/2017 9:45:00 AM

Thanks, dear. Good to have you back. Hope all is well. I have some time on my hands now...and what better way to spend it than in writing. All the best to you.