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

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Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 9/9/2018 3:28:00 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
Date: 9/10/2018 4:16:00 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

Date: 9/7/2018 9:39:00 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
Date: 9/10/2018 4:13:00 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

Date: 9/2/2018 6:04:00 AM

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

Paul Callus
Date: 9/2/2018 9:56:00 AM

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

Nette Onclaud

Date: 8/27/2018 12:19:00 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
Date: 8/27/2018 4:49:00 PM

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

Eileen Manassian

Date: 8/27/2018 7:23:00 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
Date: 8/27/2018 4:29:00 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

Date: 8/26/2018 3:48:00 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
Date: 8/26/2018 5:15:00 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

Date: 8/26/2018 11:07:00 AM

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

Paul Callus
Date: 8/26/2018 5:06:00 PM

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

Besma Riabi Dziri

Date: 8/26/2018 8:26:00 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
Date: 8/26/2018 8:44:00 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

Vijay Pandit

Date: 8/26/2018 6:46:00 AM

Yes..let her be in peace..a tragedy unfolds daily in today's world. Best for a win, Paul.

Paul Callus
Date: 8/26/2018 8:24:00 AM

Yes, Vijay...let her rest in peace. The family need closure not exposure. Regards // paul