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Stockholm and Syria- a Life Is a Life

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a life is a life there is no grading scale of value irrespective of country of origin or country of residence or country of destination a life is a life we are all children of God there is no lesser God there is no greater God there is God the Supreme Being We are all his children we call Him by different names that is to our own shame He is the same a life is a life not man's to take not man's to torture not man's to break a life is a life the life blood still seeps into the ground while we stand by and weep and still the question echoes "where is your brother? where is your sister? where are the children? where are the mothers the fathers? whose blood is soaking the ground?" and still we shamelessly bellow: "Am I my Brother's Keeper?" and the answer hasn't change time cannot change it nor circumstance "yes" ......"Oh, Yes!" we are one family Don't just let it be... "Who cares! it's not happening to me!" Stockholm and Syria My heart is crying endless requiem for those dead and dying a life is a life is a life...is a life one day that life will be mine one day that life will be yours that life will be taken taken by force who places the value on life? Silence is the breeding ground where atrocitiesmflourish "after all, who remembers the Armenians" Hitler intimated as the Jews he annihilated Speak OUT! a life is a life death was not meant to be not for them not for you not for me a life is a life Eileen Manassian

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Anil Deo

Date: 4/29/2017 5:47:00 AM

. marhabah. this one touched me deeply ... i was too emotional to say anything. Thanx. Salaam and shalom, shalom. Keep writing & bearing witness that peacemakers come from all nations

Eileen Manassian
Date: 5/2/2017 10:13:00 AM

Thank you, dear Anil. I'm glad to read your post. This world is full of hatred and usually the innocent are the ones to suffer form the power games the superpowers play. Thanks for the post.

Anil Deo

Date: 4/29/2017 5:47:00 AM

SEVEN

Frederic Parker

Date: 4/22/2017 2:15:00 PM

The story of Cain and Able is a metaphor for mankind We are both peace and death We have mercy We have no mercy Your poem is relevant for the times we live Dear Poet. Sorrow felt for the passing of your family member Prayers sent for you and yours

Eileen Manassian
Date: 5/2/2017 10:21:00 AM

Thank you, dear Frederic. You are a source of comfort to me...always. Blessings

Paul Callus

Date: 4/18/2017 11:09:00 AM

This is expressive and heartfelt, Eileen. To love and be loved...and all we see is fighting and bloodshed! How can we accept that life becomes so cheap!! There can never be true love unless hate and greed are eradicated. Hugs // paul

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 4/14/2017 8:46:00 AM

Happy Easter! Hugs Rick.

Doug Vinson

Date: 4/12/2017 11:33:00 AM

"Violence is the solution." At least that's what seems to be deeply ingrained in our species (or should I say in the males?). Eileen, you are right that "a life is a life." Yet where do we go from there? "No grading scale of value" - I think this is mutable. In my lifetime we've gone from under 3 billion to over 7 billion people on earth. In a few decades it will be 9 to 10 billion. Overall, not a pretty picture.

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 4/12/2017 8:35:00 AM

I am disturbed by the recent change in USA policy concerning innocent people and future attacks. This is a sad time in human history. Well expressed Eileen.

Eileen Manassian
Date: 4/12/2017 8:54:00 AM

Yes, Richard. It will only get worse until Jesus returns. That's my belief based on the Word. It's just so heart rending to know that man can do such vile acts. I've missed you. Hope all is well...Hugs. BTW...I'm in Cyprus. Celebrating Easter with the family here.

Carl Fraser

Date: 4/12/2017 2:20:00 AM

Isnt it sad Eileen that mankind. Thinks nothing of going to war yet in the end all they win is a pile of wartorn rubble and spend a lifetime burying the dead. Very good write. Blessings Carl

Eileen Manassian
Date: 4/12/2017 8:52:00 AM

Yes, it is sad, Carl. Sometimes it just numbs the mind. Unfortunately, the powers that be have vested interest in the outcome....I don't know what else to say on the matter. Thanks for the visit.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/12/2017 8:32:00 AM

Well said Carl.

Maria Williams

Date: 4/11/2017 10:29:00 PM

A truly inspiring write dear Eileen. When will man realize that he is here to give Life , not take it?

Eileen Manassian
Date: 4/12/2017 1:45:00 AM

Thank you, Maria, for the visit and comment. Man is very self centered, unfortunately. We need daily reminders of what really matters in life. Hugs

Arthur Vaso

Date: 4/10/2017 10:13:00 PM

Part 2 continued.... I feel in all your writes the compassion towards others, and sometimes the words, “look here look here, love me too!” Words we may not say but thoughts we all wish to express. What a joy to read this! Hugs!

Eileen Manassian
Date: 4/12/2017 1:49:00 AM

Would that all have the insight that you do, Arthur. The need to be loved runs deeply in my veins. One with a little bit of compassion and understand would see and understand. Thank you, for being a sweet considerate fellow writer. Hugs, dear one.

Arthur Vaso

Date: 4/10/2017 10:12:00 PM

Part 1) I had to step away for a sec, for the tears, you have said this so well. I might add, when you write poetry that is of love, sensual, erotic, beautiful, romantic, loving, I see this as not only love poetry, but of love for all humanity, that we all embrace, that we all feel these joys and live life to the fullest of its beauty.

Eileen Manassian
Date: 4/12/2017 1:46:00 AM

Thank you, Arthur. I'm afraid not many share your views on my passionate writes. I try not to let it bother me, but I don't always succeed. It doesn't help to quote the Song of Solomon either! ;) Anyway, I will write what my muse dictates...Comments like yours make it worthwhile, dear. Hugs

Charmaine Chircop

Date: 4/10/2017 1:22:00 PM

Eileen..I have misty eyes and goosebumps...I am touched and moved deeply by your words and was heartbroken by the events happening these past days.This should be potd or potw dear friend.A fave.

Eileen Manassian
Date: 4/10/2017 1:42:00 PM

My dear....I wrote this before knowing of what happened in Egypt. What timing...During this sacred and solemn time, people are robbed of loved ones...of the joy of celebration...it's so sad. Love you, dear. I'm currently in Cyprus, here to spend Easter with my father. My brother will be traveling here on Thursday. Hugs, dear one.

Emile Pinet

Date: 4/10/2017 11:13:00 AM

The imagery of this piece is well suited to the emotions solicited from the author...starting with a sullen bleak look that blossoms into the vibrant pulse and energetic feel of freedom. Your style is dramatic and conveys feelings well. Emile.

Eileen Manassian
Date: 4/10/2017 1:20:00 PM

Thank you, Emile. I'm sorry that the world is deaf to the cries of the innocent...I'm glad you liked this piece. I don't know if it will make any difference to anyone...but I know that God hears and knows. Blessings.

Demetrios Trifiatis

Date: 4/10/2017 1:59:00 AM

What a divine message you were inspired to write my dearest sister in Christ, Eileen! May your words of truth be heard all over the world and may our Lord always protect you! Superb writing and a 7! Myself wrote on Egypt's tragedy today!

Eileen Manassian
Date: 4/10/2017 1:43:00 PM

Yes, what happened in Egypt has really brought sorrow to us all. I cannot imagine the pain of losing someone dear who has gone to church to worship the Savior. This world needs the Prince of Peace. There is no other solution....He will come...and soon. Blessings.

Laura Leiser

Date: 4/9/2017 10:23:00 PM

Such a powerful message here in your dynamic poem, Eileen! I could see it being read from a political podium. Excellent, 7++

Eileen Manassian
Date: 4/10/2017 1:46:00 PM

What it make a difference, dear Laura. I like to think it might give some pause for thought...if nothing else. Thank you for your comment. Hugs

Maureen Mcgreavy

Date: 4/9/2017 6:11:00 PM

Amen lovely xomo

Eileen Manassian
Date: 4/10/2017 1:46:00 PM

Thank you, dear. :) XO

Probir Gupta

Date: 4/9/2017 9:16:00 AM

Powerful call in the nice poem to speak out ... We all should join in ... Fie upon those who take life ...

Eileen Manassian
Date: 4/10/2017 1:47:00 PM

Thank you, I wish we would all join in and call for peace. Blessings, Probir.

Glen Schwartz

Date: 4/9/2017 8:03:00 AM

Great Write.. We are born where we are born ,of non of our own doing . We should pride ourselves on our good deeds not where God placed us.. I say put on his shoes for a day and that trigger won't pull so easy.. Thanks for bringing Light..

Eileen Manassian
Date: 4/10/2017 1:48:00 PM

Yes...unfortunately, first world, second world, third world mentality is rampant. People are classified, and well I know this. My life has changed since obtaining a European passport..the discrimination I faced before as an Armenian Iranian and the civility I face now...bear testament to that. I am the same person inside. Thanks for your thoughtful comment.