Old Men Dream

Old men promulgate warlike dreams;

Alas, young men are sacrificed to abet their schemes.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2024

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Maverick Avatar
May 4, 2024 at 1:54 AM
Some old men...' How awful things can become Bob.' Thank you for posting this timely reminder.! May God bless you.!!
Hinshaw Avatar
May 4, 2024 at 5:52 AM
Great to hear from you, Joe, and thanks for taking time to comment. Best to you - Bob H
Elliott Avatar
April 4, 2024 at 2:44 PM
Sadly a tragic reality. Penned with solemnity. April blessings to you, Robert. ~
Cunningham Avatar
March 19, 2024 at 12:05 PM
Words of wisdom Bob, hope you are keeping well. Tom
Hinshaw Avatar
March 19, 2024 at 3:47 PM
Thanks, Tom - I cherish your kind and supportive comments. Doing well and pray you are doing fine - Bob H
Bauer Avatar
March 18, 2024 at 2:35 PM
a wise and poetic observation, bob!
Hinshaw Avatar
March 18, 2024 at 2:39 PM
Thank you Ilene. Alas, this has been the case since time began. Have a grand week - Bob H
Rodgers Avatar
March 18, 2024 at 7:58 AM
Hello Robert, your words ring so true. Thanks for your couplet! - Blessings, Daniel
Hinshaw Avatar
March 18, 2024 at 8:41 AM
Thank you, Daniel. Seems this has been true since Biblical times. Have a grand week! - Bob H
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