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Swinging On a Star

Swing in,swing out, To the world I shout, Spread peace and love, That's what I'm about, From a star so far, I see hatred and war, Hunger and death, Leaves it scars, New life unfolds, Dark secrets untold, For fame and power, Many loose their soul, I kick the swing back, Tense,I can't relax, I see wars being planned, Men on the attack, Nuclear explosions, Millions dead,for what, Because of rumours, Leaders,stick to the facts, I jump from my swing, Slide to earth on the beam of my star, I got a message for you, God said,'Peace n' Love, Will conquer,hatred n' war'....

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Mahtab Bangalee

Date: 6/14/2020 2:07:00 AM

there is full of peace where love is very thick- on this perspective this poem provides pleasure to read; excellent poem shared

Sherese Gooden

Date: 6/13/2020 1:15:00 PM

Lovely poem, Richard. Love the perspective.

Debbie Duncan

Date: 1/16/2013 12:15:00 AM

This is a great poem,,, truthful and right on the button I see World War 3 coming . Thank you for reading my " Touch of Skin ;

Richard Palmer
Date: 1/17/2013 6:09:00 AM

thank you Debbie,hope not,you are welcome

Bethany St John

Date: 10/28/2012 7:46:00 PM

Peace and love do conquer all!! Brilliant write - great message!

Richard Palmer
Date: 10/30/2012 4:56:00 AM

thanks Bethany,they do

Joselito Rizaldo

Date: 9/22/2012 9:42:00 AM

Enlightening to me, thank you Richard for posting this poem:)

Richard Palmer
Date: 9/22/2012 5:56:00 PM

you are welcome Joselito.thank you much

Aida Melesse

Date: 8/15/2012 7:16:00 AM

What a profound write Richard!!! Peace and Love always!! Thank you for visiting my page!!

Richard Palmer
Date: 8/16/2012 2:27:00 PM

thanks too Aida

Len Gasun

Date: 8/8/2012 8:37:00 AM

Great write, Richard. I really enjoyed this wonderful rhyme of yours. This is a winning piece for me. Good luck always!

Richard Palmer
Date: 8/8/2012 8:15:00 PM

thanks much Leonora,it was n\e

Keith Bickerstaffe

Date: 7/31/2012 5:39:00 PM

BRAVO, Richard! A splendid poem where love wins out over hatred and war. Most inspirational! Best wishes, Keith

Richard Palmer
Date: 8/2/2012 3:29:00 PM

thanks Keith

Pace Ink-U-Script

Date: 7/30/2012 11:33:00 AM

You speak deeply my friend..deep thoughts of truth!!! Love your work!!!

Richard Palmer
Date: 7/30/2012 2:03:00 PM

thanks PG,gonna keep em coming

Cecilia Macfarlane

Date: 7/30/2012 9:52:00 AM

Awesome write and sweet message : )

Richard Palmer
Date: 7/30/2012 10:59:00 AM

thanks Cecilia

Kerry Singleton

Date: 7/28/2012 4:38:00 PM

I totally love this Richard! I am all about peace & love this is just brilliant!!! peace & love to you & many blessings :)

Richard Palmer
Date: 7/30/2012 10:58:00 AM

same to you girl,peace n' love always

Gwendolen Song

Date: 7/28/2012 3:43:00 PM

Hey, I looked up Roach Busters and they went out of business YEARS AGO! hahahah...That was a hoot...how funny!...The idea of actually swinging on a star and showing the motion thru your entry is quite original..don't think anyone else came up with these powerful images...Very nice write, Poetic Palmer! :) gwendolen

Richard Palmer
Date: 7/30/2012 10:57:00 AM

thanks Gwen,loved that poem

Jancarl Campi

Date: 7/28/2012 1:32:00 PM

Interesting poem. Hope you do well in the contest. Thanks for reading my work, Jancarl

Richard Palmer
Date: 7/30/2012 10:56:00 AM

thanks Jan

Peggy Caulfield

Date: 7/26/2012 12:54:00 PM

Excellent feeling in your poem.

Richard Palmer
Date: 7/28/2012 7:49:00 AM

thanks Peggy

Pace Ink-U-Script

Date: 7/26/2012 6:07:00 AM

Excellent poem here Richard..good luck in the contest!!!

Richard Palmer
Date: 7/28/2012 7:49:00 AM

thanks PG Ink

Debra Squyres

Date: 7/25/2012 7:08:00 PM

I like this poem...best of luck in the contest.

Richard Palmer
Date: 7/28/2012 7:49:00 AM

thanks Debra

Joy Wellington

Date: 7/25/2012 6:37:00 PM

Wow a winner for sure...great write Rich!!! Thanks for commenting and for reading me. One love my friend. Joy Wells

Richard Palmer
Date: 7/28/2012 7:48:00 AM

thanks much Joy,one luv

Sherese Gooden

Date: 7/25/2012 3:58:00 PM

Hey Rich, great lyrics. Enjoyed.Sherese

Richard Palmer
Date: 7/25/2012 4:27:00 PM

thanks Sherese,happy you enjoyed

Justin Bordner

Date: 7/25/2012 1:52:00 PM

I admire your sense of immortality & star travel Palmer - could Life exist without conflict? Stephen Marley compose a most stimulating music called "Mind Control",a masterpiece you'd respect for certain - I"m glad you believe in your mission - J.A.B.

Richard Palmer
Date: 7/25/2012 4:26:00 PM

thanks J.A.Bless,I do

Tshegofatso Seabe

Date: 7/25/2012 11:46:00 AM

Amen to dat brada.....

Richard Palmer
Date: 7/25/2012 4:26:00 PM

Amen T.S,thanks

Carma Sanderson

Date: 7/24/2012 10:27:00 PM

I wile swing pon di highest star along bee side yuh,with love n' nuh hate fur yuh peace is all god's n' mine to share with di world. fur I wile balance pon yuh earth beam tu catch you wen all sem war full. Nice write richie. R N'C furever... xoxoxo

Richard Palmer
Date: 7/25/2012 6:20:00 AM

hi Carma,my bag is heavy,lol,thanks for the help