Molly Moore Poet Quatrain

Lent

Lent

Malasada* Day was merrily spent
Shrove Tuesday, Mardi Gras - many names are given
To this final day before the season of Lent
When around the world Christians are shriven.

Now, "Dust thou art, unto dust thou shalt return"
Are words that are solemnly spoken
As with prayer and fasting people inwardly turn
Ashes on their head as a mindful token.

It seems this message can be taken to heart
No matter one's religion or philosophy
Self reform and reflection are a vital part
Of creating a healthy society.

So, during this Lent let us choose to fast
From divisiveness and animosity
We can foster a cohesiveness that will last
And nurture our beloved democracy.

Molly Moore

    * Malasada is a Portuguese doughnut without a hole.
      The Portuguese came to Hawaii in the 19th century to work
      on the sugar plantations and have remained to contribute
      to the rich cultural tapestry of our islands.

Molly Moore

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Connie Marcum Wong October 8, 2021 at 8:28 AM It is so nice to see you here Molly. I know you will love it. My warmest welcome to Poetry Soup. You know how much I love this one! Hugs Connie xxoo Molly Moore October 29, 2021 at 2:03 PM Many thanks, Connie. As you can tell, I'm way behind and am still all thumbs here. Will eventually master it. :-)

Jennifer Fenn February 28, 2021 at 9:15 PM Amen! You are so right Molly! Molly Moore March 3, 2021 at 8:47 AM Thank you, Jennifer, for your validation. I do hope we can all work together, despite our differences.

Rico Leffanta February 21, 2021 at 10:16 AM The Pandemic possibly prepared everyone for Lent more than malasadas, but nice write! Aloha! Rico Molly Moore March 3, 2021 at 8:45 AM Thank you, Rico. I appreciate your nice comment. Difficult as it has been, perhaps the pandemic has benefited us in some ways.

Anne-Lise Andresen February 21, 2021 at 9:44 AM - A warm welcome to Poetry Soup, Molly :) - And thank you for your great first poem :) - A little greeting from // Anne-Lise :) Molly Moore March 3, 2021 at 8:50 AM Many thanks for the warm welcome, Anne-Lise. I am still finding my way around this site. I look forward to seeing your work too.

Arturo Michael February 21, 2021 at 9:42 AM Nice...even the information at the end is of appreciation and thanks Molly Moore March 3, 2021 at 9:01 AM Thank you, Arturo. i'm glad you liked it. I'm trying to familiarize myself with this poetry site and am looking forward to reading your poems.