Peace

Let's all write a poem 
something quite unique. 
In this crazy violent world 
let's write of love and peace. 
Words can cross all barriers 
in a world that's lost its way. 
Fighting endless wars 
will never bring peace.
Only through love
can we banish hate.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2024

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December 30, 2024 at 7:12 PM
“A benevolent person has no enemies.” buddhist quote so should 'a benevolent country be'. Dear poet, your positive thoughts brings hope, May love reign, ' world sure has lost its way' well written message on the wall dear poet.Happy writing.
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January 17, 2025 at 9:48 AM
Thank you thriveni,hopefully love will find a way.
Allison Avatar
December 30, 2024 at 7:05 AM
wonderful message John:-) hugs jan xx
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December 30, 2024 at 8:05 AM
Happy new year Jan. xx
Tor Avatar
December 29, 2024 at 2:49 PM
Amen John. Love this inspirational piece of yours. We definitely need to act out your words. God bless you my friend and thank you for sharing. Hope you are doing well...
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December 30, 2024 at 8:05 AM
Happy new year Michael.
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December 29, 2024 at 7:53 AM
If only everyone would show respect for one another and live in peace. Cant believe that in this day and age wars and conflicts are going on. We live in hope John. Happy New year to you. Tom
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December 30, 2024 at 8:04 AM
Happy new year Tom.
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December 28, 2024 at 5:19 PM
Touch a soul with love poetry, friendship and otherwise! Happy New Year, John!
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December 30, 2024 at 8:04 AM
Happy new year Kim. xx
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December 28, 2024 at 4:50 PM
Well said brother John, working on my poem for peace… Sis Beryl (Done)
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December 30, 2024 at 8:03 AM
Happy new year sister Beryl. xx
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December 28, 2024 at 11:31 AM
- Love is a gift, an adventure, an experience with countless sides – love and peace are the only things that can change the world - A beautiful poem that we must take with us into the new year, John :) - I wish you a peaceful and Happy New Year :) - hugs
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December 30, 2024 at 8:03 AM
Happy new year Anne. xx
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December 28, 2024 at 10:27 AM
Wonderful message from your golden pen, John.
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December 30, 2024 at 8:02 AM
Happy new year Andrea.xx
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