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Sad Ocean

The world is sad . . . so sad. Perhaps an ocean could not hold the tears cried by all humanity -people living through things so bad that immeasurable is the depth of their sorrows and fears. What atrocities since times of yore! Even today there is horror; we hear rumors of war. Millions suffer. We shake our heads and ask what for. Innocents abused; unfed children; refugees with nowhere they can flee. So much depravity our eyes fail to see. Evil hides in shadows devouring humanity. Can we truly imagine a world where everyone is glad? Tears of the beaten and enslaved have poured for years and will still continue to pour into that sad ocean which is mankind’s tragedy. July 29, 2021 for Writing Prompt - Fragmented Spaces Poetry Contest Sponsor: Constance La France Aug. 20, 2021 for A Brian Strand 3 To 14 Line Poetry Contest

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Robert James Liguori

Date: 9/12/2021 2:24:00 PM

Not just words but reality ... Your message is good for many to hear and beautifully written!

Constance La France

Date: 8/17/2021 8:02:00 AM

Andrea, congratulations on your win in my my Writing Prompt, Fragmented Spaces, using my created form. You made my created form look marvelous, well done, yes evil hides in the shadows ~Constance

Beryl Edmonds

Date: 8/14/2021 8:50:00 AM

“When love is nonexistent the world is changed in an instant.” ~ Congratulations on your win in Constance’s contest… Belle

Bhawana Pant

Date: 8/13/2021 11:35:00 PM

Congratulations on your win. Great.

Eve Roper

Date: 8/13/2021 8:56:00 PM

Deep and powerful write, Andrea, congratulations on your win in Constance's contest . Hugs Eve

Hilo Poet

Date: 8/13/2021 1:50:00 PM

You chose the rhyming method and that obviously was an excellent choice, whereto, I agree wholeheartedly, Andrea, compounded with that tremendously intriguing theme left me awe-struck. Our plights received an answer on Calvary Hill, whereto, lies the hope that our ills will come to an assured end. My compliments on your honorable win my friend, Aloha!

Sotto Poet

Date: 8/13/2021 10:58:00 AM

Andrea, congratulations on your well-deserved top win. You deserve it with this great poem. The imagery, metaphors, and exquisite poetic lines were very numerous. Humanity has been burdened with tragedy, but in the end, glory will be ours.

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 8/13/2021 10:51:00 AM

Congratulations on your win. A wonderful write. Love your line, "Evil hides in shadows devouring humanity." So very true. Prayer is needed. Have a blessed day................

Sam Kauffman

Date: 8/13/2021 10:26:00 AM

Andrea, congratulations on your win. So many exquisite poetic expressions - "perhaps an ocean could not hold the tears." The history of humanity has been a story filled with tragedy but, on the flip side, ultimately we will see triumph. Stay safe my friend!

Christuraj Alex

Date: 8/13/2021 8:03:00 AM

As usual, it's very beautiful work. Congratulations on your win!

Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 7/31/2021 11:26:00 AM

The thought of a 3rd World War is terrifying, horrific and there will be nowhere to go, no place to hide, no thought for the injured not even taking into account the dead. The sea, the oceans and parts of the globe still tell and hide/reveal traces of inhumane warfare in WW 11 and from centuries before. a great wonderful poem Andrea, fraught with concern for planet Earths future, by reminding of her past. Hugs and blessings, Jennifer.

Delice Arleen Skelly

Date: 7/30/2021 8:11:00 AM

Quote: Evil hides in shadows devouring humanity..... I feel we are being devoured bit by bit. All the images in your poem speak the truth. Delice

David Kavanagh

Date: 7/30/2021 3:17:00 AM

Heya Andrea, what a peculiar creature mankind evolved into, I think it’s probably human intelligence that is the driver of all the tragedy your wonderful poem alludes to, or is something else at work, I fully enjoyed your well crafted poem, all the best for contest, cheers David

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 7/30/2021 1:09:00 AM

Splendid write that goes deep into the hearts of men who will never learn. Lovely poem. I'm sure it will do well in the contest. Good luck.

Supraja Kannan

Date: 7/29/2021 10:14:00 PM

A deep and powerful write... Beautifully depicted the bitter truth through words of wisdom... Reads like a winner...

Alexis Y.

Date: 7/29/2021 4:52:00 PM

WoW! Andrea, This write hit home with me; I related to it a lot. I agree the world is sad, but I still cling to hope in the midst of all the sadness. Well done. Best wishes in the contest. Have a great day:-) Alexis

Regina Mcintosh

Date: 7/29/2021 4:00:00 PM

Such beauty in the lines of sadness... I wish you a win for this gem. God bless you sweet friend. Love, Gina

Kim Merryman

Date: 7/29/2021 2:49:00 PM

Andrea, there is so much truth in this! The world is a sad place and getting sadder. I love your line "Evil hides in shadows devouring humanity". It is so relevant to today. Blessings, Kim M

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 7/29/2021 1:06:00 PM

- With all the tears this deserves ... it would be a tidal wave ... terribly sad, Andrea - Great written - Best wishes in the contest :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Tom Cunningham

Date: 7/29/2021 11:56:00 AM

Im inclined to agree with you Andrea, the world is indeed a sad place with so much suffering. Tom