Eileen Manassian Poet Iambic Pentameter

My Message To Trump

You say a word and set the world aflame
No thought to what the nations think or feel
The turmoil that we're in is not a game
I wish that you'd think twice before you deal

You are the leader of the USA
the super power here, the number one!
Yet you won't try to filter what you say
If you don't tone it down, your term is done!

Your daily twitter rants are full of rage
The nations quake and shake at what they read
that "sh$thole countries" comment, was that sage?
You shame your rank in word and yes, in deed

From day to day you change your tune and line
The walls you build are not the border kind
Supremacists act out; you give the sign
You've built divisive walls; to this you're blind!

I fear for what the future has in store
As missiles are at ready, hearts grow weak
You need to change your ways, do so much more
embrace the wisdom from outside your clique

Is there still time to turn our fate around?
Why don’t you make amends and speak of peace?
For black and yellow, red and white abound
Acknowledge all and let the tensions cease

Remember labels don’t define a soul
We are all equal, God has made it so
So stop the hate and make your nation whole
The world is watching, show that you can grow.

Eileen Manassian

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Richard Lamoureux July 28, 2018 at 8:18 AM It seems your perspective has overwhelming support. Worth reading again. Thanks for your visit. Hugs Rick.

Mike Jones July 3, 2018 at 2:51 AM How true ! Maybe you should tweet it to him ?

Elaine George May 1, 2018 at 1:40 PM If only he could see and think beyond himself...What a great piece of writing, Eileen. You truly see him for what he is. Sincerely, Elaine

Freddie Robinson Jr. March 24, 2018 at 2:47 PM Beautiful sentiments expressed, Eileen. But, I ain't holding my breath. He's been a small man his whole life. That's the nicest thing I ever said about him. Good vibe positivity this poem be though. Love and peace always.

Peter Rees March 3, 2018 at 6:15 AM Well written words expressing the views of so many in these troubled times.

Anne-Lise Andresen January 31, 2018 at 2:09 PM - Thank you for leading me to this poem, Eileen - Very great written - Post it on "twitter" .. he is often there :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Gershon Wolf January 30, 2018 at 9:27 PM I like that last stanza: Nothing sugar-coated, just hard reality---but with an appeal to the man's better side. I believe that he has one, but it doesn't assert itself nearly enough. It's overpowered by his impetuosity and a monstrous temper, not to mention an oversized ego....Thanks for appealing to that better side. Unfortunately, Mr. Trump is the only President we've got. Best wishes! -- Gershon

Paul Callus January 26, 2018 at 4:40 PM This is meaningful and with sense, Eileen. Antagonism and disrespect are signs of weakness. Real statesmen don't act like squabbling children. Time for him to grow up...but I suppose it's too late in the day! Hugs // paul Eileen Manassian January 28, 2018 at 4:48 AM Yes, often those who are loudest and "toughest" are the ones hiding inferiority complexes. Something to think about. Thanks for the visit, my dear.

Andrea Dietrich January 18, 2018 at 12:37 AM If only if only if only, Eileen. Love your poem. they echo my thoughts exactly Eileen Manassian January 18, 2018 at 6:38 AM Thanks, dear. While no one is perfect...we somehow expect more from world leaders. Lately I've been so immersed in the life of Martin Luther King...what a great man he was. Thanks for the visit.

Harry Horsman January 17, 2018 at 5:10 PM Brilliant Eileen, you'll get no criticism from me, I say any man can become a leader, but can a leader become a man, this guy as no clues, no etiquette, born with a silver spoon in his mouth and then reared to bypass the world that most of us, have to survive in...that is my opinion, and yours in a wonderful poem and mission statement Eileen Manassian January 18, 2018 at 6:40 AM Thanks for the visit, Harry. Yes, he has had a privileged life. Unfortunately, that shows in how he treats the marginalized people. It's sad. I know there isn't much that can be done about it, but....I needed to voice my opinion. Hugs.

Laura Leiser January 17, 2018 at 3:03 PM Gee, I just saw that I commented on your poem the other day...my brain is failing me...ahhhh! :0 Eileen Manassian January 18, 2018 at 6:40 AM NO worries. Having repeat visits is a treasure and a pleasure. Hugs, dear.

Laura Leiser January 17, 2018 at 3:01 PM Excellent poem, Eileen! You did an outstanding job expressing the grave concerns about Trump being our President here in the US. Good one! :)

Silent One January 17, 2018 at 1:31 PM Great message but I dont think he will.listen... well written.. Eileen Manassian January 17, 2018 at 1:32 PM No...he won't. I know. Still...I needed to say it. Eileen Manassian January 17, 2018 at 1:32 PM Thanks for the visit

Mick Talbot January 17, 2018 at 1:35 AM Trump, in a nutshell, his brain at least! A well-written commentary on an egotistical maniac. Best wishes for 2018... Mick Eileen Manassian January 17, 2018 at 7:00 AM Thank you for your visit. It is much appreciated. I don't mean to offend, but I wish that he would be more careful in the language he uses...among other things.

Maureen McGreavy Pigeon Tart January 16, 2018 at 9:58 PM Elegant Eileen, if only. Much love xomo Eileen Manassian January 17, 2018 at 7:31 AM Thank you...if only...yes. Blessings, dear.

Laura Leiser January 16, 2018 at 9:36 PM Excellent poetic commentary on this troubling President that we have, Eileen! I wish he would heed sound advice and make our nation truly compassionate and great again...as he seems to want, but they way he does it is all wrong! Great poem!! Eileen Manassian January 17, 2018 at 7:32 AM He even antagonizes US allies with the comments he makes. World leaders are uncertain how to deal with him. Being a good businessman doesn't translate into being a good president.

Richard D Seal January 16, 2018 at 7:31 PM Well, my little Desert Orchid, you’ve given him sage advice and released you’re feelings on his actions and words but I can’t see him moving from his path of destruction. Very well written and heartfelt. Take care,Richard Eileen Manassian January 17, 2018 at 7:35 AM Thank you, Mr Richard D Seal. Your visits are always welcome and relished...especially since they are so rare of late. Thank you for your comments. It is worrisome because what happens in the US impacts the whole world. Therein lies the rub. We follow the news closely....

Alexis Y. January 16, 2018 at 6:45 PM Hi Eileen, You have stated very well how most of us feel. How he managed to get in office still mind boggles me. The things that come out his mouth is just plain ludicrous. I could go on and on about how I feel about him but I won't. Bravo to you for writing such a write:-) Alexis Eileen Manassian January 17, 2018 at 7:37 AM He reacts so differently to events...I don't want to go into details, but...there is no consistency there. I won't write more, but I needed to get that poem off my chest. Everywhere you go....all you hear is what the latest comment has been and what the ramifications are. Worrisome, to say the least. Thanks for the visit. Hugs

Ilene Bauer January 16, 2018 at 4:53 PM oh, eileen, you have said this so well! as am american, i am mortified that he is the person who represents the country and still have trouble accepting that he was elected. i do so hope that somebody will come to the forefront to challenge him soon. he is a bully and a total embarrassment. your poem said it brilliantly... Eileen Manassian January 17, 2018 at 7:39 AM He is a bully, and some of his comments are downright vulgar. It's not becoming of a man in his rank. Thank you for your visit. Wishing you every blessing.

Liam Mcdaid January 16, 2018 at 4:09 PM smiling eileen he is from the doomsday occult in my eyes a cartoon character excellent pen filled with facts that hold a world truth under the written word wishing you a blessed evening pal Eileen Manassian January 16, 2018 at 4:27 PM Thank you, Liam. He has so much power to do good, if he so wishes. He is after all, the leader of a super power. One would think that he would pay more attention to what he posts and says. I appreciate the visit.

Richard Lamoureux January 16, 2018 at 4:08 PM I won't be holding out hope that the self proclaimed genius and least prejudice man in the world will change. There is no telling who he will offend next. For me I am amazed that of all the brilliant Americans the choice for President came to Hillary and Donald. Eileen Manassian January 16, 2018 at 4:25 PM It's not just the issue of offending, Richard. As a world leader, his stances and words have repercussions that are felt all the way over here. Aggressive rhetoric can start World War III and with the nuclear missiles...Well. The UN has condemned his latest comments about sh$thold countries and has name it racism.

Jan Allison January 16, 2018 at 3:27 PM BRAVO BRAVO BRAVO Brilliantly penned Eileen !!! of course not everyone here will agree with your views but BRAVO to you for speaking your mind so poetically!:-) hugs Jan xx Eileen Manassian January 16, 2018 at 4:22 PM I know, dear. I know I will get criticized by some, but I needed to share. I started this poem a month ago and couldn't quite finish it till today. His latest comments...the obvious racism..really got to me. It's so sad.