Time For Peace

Why do you hate me
I have never owned a slave
Never used the "N" word
Or discriminated against
Anyone
I am not a racist
I was just born white


Why do you hate me
I have never committed a crime
Never been violent
Or discriminated against
Anyone
I am not a criminal
I was just born black


I am a man
Just like you are a man
Trying to live
A peaceful life
Stop and listen
And help others
Love one another

Lets stop talking about color
And start celebrating character
The time for change
Has come
Copyright © | Year Posted 2020

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Awtry Avatar
June 9, 2020 at 8:39 PM
I think yours are the sentiments of the silent majority...at least I hope so :)
Mcguire Avatar
June 9, 2020 at 11:02 PM
THANK YOU PS
Gauthier Avatar
June 7, 2020 at 1:04 AM
Well penned, Timothy. Your compassion shines through very well ~ it's high time for everyone to get along.
Mcguire Avatar
June 8, 2020 at 4:44 PM
Thank you Line, you are the kindest poet I know! :)
Bianco Avatar
June 2, 2020 at 6:17 PM
Hi Tim. Nicely stated. We the people are not mature enough to make sensible decisions.
Mcguire Avatar
June 2, 2020 at 6:19 PM
You are right Anthony
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