Mollie

Mollie
Politicized
In an attempt to gain
Advantage by high-jacking grief * 
A glaring betrayal of compassion
Cheap predation on emotions
Let justice take its course
And rest in peace
Mollie

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[* a quote from Chris Cuomo]
Contest: Rictameter Me
Sponsor: White Wolf
© 26th August 2018

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Connie Marcum Wong

September 9, 2018 at 3:28 PM

A sad but wonderfully written Rictameter Paul! This form reminds me of the Etheree a bit. I have recently written my first one. Yours is a great example of the form! : )

Paul Callus

September 10, 2018 at 4:16 PM

Thank you, Connie. I have already come across your Rictameter poem, and I can assure you that it was a pleasure to read:) Regards // paul

Susan Ashley

September 7, 2018 at 9:39 AM

You've expressed, so very elegantly, the feelings of myself and many like-minded people. Your brilliant poem illuminates the heartless political nature of some on this heartbreaking loss. Such a tragedy! Mollie's dad stood up for the right for his daughter to rest in peace and for her family to be able to mourn with dignity and privacy. Bravo to her family and also to you, Paul for shining your beautiful poetic light on this 'betrayal of compassion'. Warmest wishes and hugs always.. ~Susan

Paul Callus

September 10, 2018 at 4:13 PM

Thank you, Susan. I am glad that in this case we are both on the same wavelength! As I remarked before, the family need closure not heartless exposure. ~ Warm regards & Hugs // paul

Maria Williams

September 2, 2018 at 6:04 AM

A tremendous loss, and yours is an emotional heartfelt Rictameter. Good luck in the contest Paul....Maria hugs

Paul Callus

September 2, 2018 at 9:56 AM

Thank you, Maria. What a waste of life! Have a lovely day. Hugs // paul

Nette Onclaud

August 27, 2018 at 12:19 PM

a fearless work pressed on my mind...after all that needless 'exposure,' mollie now is at peace... may we learn lessons from her experience, paul...huggs

Paul Callus

August 27, 2018 at 4:49 PM

Needless exposure does more harm than good, Nette. Thank you for stopping by with firm wise words. Hugs // paul

Eileen Manassian

August 27, 2018 at 7:23 AM

Sad to hear about this tragedy. I'm glad you've written about it, Paul. It's a sad world we live in. People all just want to forward their own agenda. Sad. Hugs

Paul Callus

August 27, 2018 at 4:29 PM

Thank you for contributing to this topic which calls for discussion, Eileen. Glad to have you back after your hectic travels and mixed experiences. Hugs // paul

Andrea Dietrich

August 26, 2018 at 3:48 PM

I do not know this story but I feel kind of like I gained insight from reading your comments you got. Well done for the contest.

Paul Callus

August 26, 2018 at 5:15 PM

If you look up Mollie Tibbett you'll find enough information to give you a clear insight into her disappearance, death and political association. Thank you for stopping by, Andrea. Regards // paul

Silent One

August 26, 2018 at 11:07 AM

An excellent take on the contest Paul..I hope justice does prevail...

Paul Callus

August 26, 2018 at 5:06 PM

Thank you, S-1. After a tragic loss all that is left is to seek closure and justice. // paul

Besma Riabi Dziri

August 26, 2018 at 8:26 AM

A tremendous loss for Humanity! A blossoming youth, a promising soul, a bearer of pure love, an open heart ready to serve and give.. May she rest in peace.. What aches more is that her "murder" is "politicized"! A brilliant write Paul! Thank you so much for sharing.. and for giving me the honour and pleasure to know a new form, to me, of poetry.. grateful to you. Be blessed always.

Paul Callus

August 26, 2018 at 8:44 AM

Indeed, life taken at a tender age is a heartfelt loss, Besma. Politicizing it shows great lack of human understanding. Thank you for your insightful feedback, my friend. Regards & blessing // paul