Notes About The Poem
Although you cut.; more grass will grow.'

Shards of China

China's might is people based
Why are they being so abased?
Free expression under a ban
The locked in souls; woman and man
A nations tapestry; world known
Where are its champions?
Has all reason flown?
An unyielding wall came down
Through Dictates based
On un-safe  grounds
The wall is cracking. now stress lines show'
As army's of people aren't allowed to go
To buy a vegetable; or stuff to wear, its so!
Its not a place now; of debate or philosophy'
But of fear, and; oppressive; autocracy.!
Copyright © | Year Posted 2022

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Goff Avatar
December 20, 2022 at 12:17 PM
Felt the same helplessness during the 1989 Tiananmen Square Massacre (interesting, Google wouldn't "auto fill" suggested spelling) Joe, thanks for lifting your voice, facial recognition tracking is being tested here at airports, using the same tech, along with cashless society being pushed by the fed reserve, in cahoots with the un & wef... we're at risk of losing our freedom here 2...
Maverick Avatar
December 20, 2022 at 12:56 PM
We are at the brink, I am Burning inside with indignation I see how peoples trust has Been so abused Jimbo..And I Don't want to hurt anyone.' But I wish to wake them only; maybe.? And maybe We can hold onto something of freedom.? But is That then no freedom.? I hand it over the Lord 'take it from me' if you are willing? the zeal for your work is almost consuming me.'
Dietrich Avatar
December 18, 2022 at 4:57 PM
wow, I LOVE this, Joe A FAVE
Maverick Avatar
December 19, 2022 at 11:53 AM
Hi Andrea, and my fondest Regards to you' may your Christmas be full of rest, and Inspiration, my best to all your familiy also.'
La France Avatar
December 18, 2022 at 11:47 AM
Joe, insightful poem, yes it is a terrible reality for the people of China and the world, blessings
Maverick Avatar
December 19, 2022 at 11:49 AM
Hello Constance dear and Faithful person, what other Can be Done? When I was an Adolescent I watched the Horror of Germany's gefängis Und einsatz lager erlösung so war es gennant.? And I said I would resist.' Anything Similar' so here am I '
Sands Avatar
December 18, 2022 at 5:30 AM
Well written Joe . Thanks for sharing :)
Maverick Avatar
December 18, 2022 at 6:45 AM
Hello Heidi, thank you an honour To hear from you '
Parker Avatar
December 17, 2022 at 2:24 PM
Revolutions begin when people say enough is too much. Topical, prophetic, evocative piece, Mav. ;o\
Maverick Avatar
December 17, 2022 at 3:17 PM
Thank You Arlo.' I have been Dismayed by the situation in China, yet immediatly occupied By the problems back Home. I addressed that first I Ask forberance from the worthy Citizens of China, for my late Entry into support of their lives and Freedoms.' A motto below for all who Revere liberty.' 'Although you cut; more Grass will grow'
DiMino Avatar
December 17, 2022 at 10:22 AM
And greedy corporations, and sports conglomerates are giving the Chinese government profits to further commit abuse and murder. Coming to your local theater. Blessings Joe. God hears all. The greatest deception of Satan was giving these fools the impression that he does not exist. Even if martians put us here, it does not change one truth about God and Christ.
Goff Avatar
December 20, 2022 at 12:07 PM
Agreed
Dietrich Avatar
December 18, 2022 at 4:57 PM
so true, Joe
Maverick Avatar
December 17, 2022 at 3:08 PM
Thank you for the return visit, Mr Di'mino much appreciated.'
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