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What If Written Pre Pandemic

WHAT IF Written Pre-Pandemic What if a rigid thinking, extremist group Decided to do something about Planet Earth’s Over-population, I mean let’s just think about this, fantasy Of course, Just a vivid imagination! What if they wanted to eradicate and eliminate At least fifty per cent of humans’ world wide And the ‘HOW” would leave nowhere to hide. The secret would purposefully be let to leak, So that chaos would reign, terror would spread, People would freak! Traversing from one side of the globe To the other, Armies and Air force alerted, Governments, Presidents and Prime Ministers, Appeasing and trying to calm hysteria, A killer cerebral virus, a very aggressive malaria, To be released the news headlines said, Within days millions will be dying or dead! What if fifty per cent of the rest of world Were told would be allowed to live, People then going into frenzy, Who was to stay alive and who was to die? What if this extremist group succeeded And brought this horror to fruition, What a demon like, despicable ambition What if? Think of the film Inferno That virus was caught just in time, And so the hero prevented an Inhumane crime!

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Date: 4/8/2020 10:20:00 PM
Ted Turner said that we needed to do something about overpopulation In the 1980's. It wouldn't surprise me if someone took his suggestion. good for thought.
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Jennifer Proxenos
Date: 4/12/2020 12:18:00 PM
Well humankind is dying like flies - what you say is certainly food for thought my friend. Stay safe and well, Blessings Jennifer.
Date: 3/22/2020 12:20:00 PM
Bioterrorism feels alive and well. Your what if may be a here and now. We need to also think what if everyone was to pray at the same time every day?
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Date: 3/28/2020 8:14:00 AM
A great idea - let's get it started my friend. Maybe you start with one of your poems? Blessings, Jennifer.
Date: 3/21/2020 6:25:00 PM
Jennifer, Intriguing and well thought out abstract poem that take's John Lennon's 'Imagine' theme and turns it on its head. -Richard
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Date: 3/28/2020 8:12:00 AM
Thank you Richard, a huge compliment - I feel truly honored. I'm glad you enjoyed it, but can't get this thought out of my mind - what if - infected people were sent to travel to all the countries, something like suicide bombers? For what reason, to lessen the world's over population! Blessings, Jennifer.
Date: 3/21/2020 3:18:00 PM
A scary scenario--but could happen. Kudos for your imagination my friend. Thanks for the warning, Jennifer.
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Date: 3/28/2020 8:03:00 AM
It is scary, and yes it has been spread to every country and every continent - with no exception - thought provoking! Thank-you for a great comment Vijay, keep well and safe my dear friend. Blessings Jennifer.
Date: 3/21/2020 2:53:00 PM
Hi Jennifer, your what if seems to go to the heart of what some people think as we live through this pendemic. As a piece of poetry, it is strong and deep. I have never seen the film you based your poem upon, I may watch it, now that I have read your poem. Your poetry is still special, Jennifer. Has to be a Fav. Stay safe and well. Hugs....Mike. XX
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Date: 3/28/2020 8:00:00 AM
Hi Mike, the first of the trilogy is the Da Vinci Code, Inferno and Angels and Demons. Thank-you for all the kind things you say Mike, you are such a wonderful soul. Blessings, Jennifer.
Date: 3/21/2020 11:42:00 AM
Be careful out there, keep your hands in your pockets...
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Date: 3/28/2020 3:02:00 AM
I know its such a natural gesture to hug someone or shake their hand - good advise, I shall do that but for 3 weeks we are in lock down. Be safe my friend, Jennifer.
Date: 3/20/2020 4:35:00 PM
Fine write Jenny, it certainly makes one wonder what's going on with our world. But thankfully we can trust that God's in control of this world no matter what it may look like at times even now. Blessings always and keep healthy, Gordon
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Jennifer Proxenos
Date: 3/28/2020 2:57:00 AM
Hi Gordon, eat the following: Brocolli, Cabbage, Spinach Sprouts, fruit, yogourt, swallow whole cloves of garlic, put lemon on your food, eat oats, ryebread, peanut butter, nuts - my own theory from tips i have picked up here and there - I hardly eat any meat, but my husband can't do without it, oh and olive oil. Be well my friend we will pray for everyone. Blessings, Jennifer.
Date: 3/20/2020 3:14:00 PM
This makes me think of the movie 'Outbreak' from the 90's - my husband and I just watched it again recently - also 'Contagion' is a good movie on this subject -
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Date: 3/28/2020 2:50:00 AM
Hi Michelle, I remember Outbreak as well, horrific - All I pray is that science and medicine find a vaccine asap before millions die. My wish for you and your family dear Michelle is to stay safe stay and in doors and do your grocery shopping or medicine needs on line.Love and hugs, Jennifer.
Date: 3/18/2020 6:44:00 AM
You hit the nail on the head my friend...look up "Agenda 21? The Plan To Depopulate 95% Of The World By 2030"...this is a real agenda by the United Nations and others for the 21' st century...In the last Avenger's Movie: Endgame...Thanos destroys half the population of a planet, so the rest may live... We need to wake up and smell the burnt coffee...love you Jennster...we need some of your Superheroes to save the day lol...be alert and safe...The Wingster :o)
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Date: 3/20/2020 11:04:00 AM
Hey Wingster, love you too my friend - appreciate and respect our friendship. Your comment sounds scary, I have printed Agenda 21 to read in bed tonight. Well as you are one of the Superheroes, I'll have to see what I can do. Blessings Wingster BE SAFE, MAYBE YOU SHOULD START A COMPETITION THAT REQUIRES AN 8 LINE POEM - A PRAYER FOR ALL! JENNSTER
Date: 3/18/2020 12:55:00 AM
You may not be far off Jennifer. It is a silent killer that you don't see coming. This is so well written. Bravo my friend. I hope you enjoyed St. Patrick's Day. I stayed in and watched T.V. all day. xxoo
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Date: 3/20/2020 10:22:00 AM
Connie, maybe who knows, scarier if its man made, I can't even begin to think of the evilness of something like this! Hopefully Saints and Angels (our soldiers) working for God will help us overcome this evil but we must do our bit as the media advises! BE SAFE,CAUTIOUS AND ALERT MY FRIEND,Blessings, Jennifer.
Date: 3/17/2020 10:53:00 PM
My imagination also went to population decrease at the hands of ... litter! Yes, litter finally seeking revenge on all who pollute her grounds and oceans. It's a bit weird cause I am but it entertained me at this strange time of being far from entertained. I was on vacation when it hit and so happy to be back in my home walls. I can't say I enjoyed this subject but I did enjoy what your imagination does so creatively no matter the topic. BE SAFE. Love, CayCay
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Date: 3/20/2020 10:04:00 AM
Promise you 100% of the way, had no idea of the rumors - just a 'What if" poem, with the film "Inferno" in mind, of course with a different ending! I know my poem is scary but we heard on the news last night that 60 to 70% of the worlds population will catch the Corona Virus but 20% of this amount will die. Self quarantine my dear friend, be cautious and wash your hand a million times a day and wear gloves, apparently the mask is only relevant for those that have corona so that they don't infect others. Love you my friend! Jennifer
Date: 3/17/2020 10:40:00 PM
Who knows...what if
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Date: 3/20/2020 9:45:00 AM
"What if" has become a catchy phrase around the globe - hope it is only a rumor! Blessings and hugs Kim, Jennifer
Date: 3/17/2020 9:29:00 PM
What If? A very good thought provoking verse. What If, is very real with the hysteria of greed and the fear of death.
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Date: 3/20/2020 9:41:00 AM
Hi Eve, Hope you are well and safely tucked away! This is a hysteria that our age group have not grown up with, akin to WW 11. Blessings and hugs my friend, Jennifer.
Date: 3/17/2020 7:16:00 PM
Jennifer, I know people who believe this is trying to be done by the elitist rich. Some even think the corona virus is manufactured to destoy economies and governments, so your poem actually kind of goes along with conspiracy theories I am hearing. I pray that none of them are true.
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Date: 3/20/2020 9:36:00 AM
Andrea so, do I, but I must say although I know a lot about The corona virus (which I have only learnt during the last month or so) my poem was a real, 'what if', thinking only of the firm Inferno, i have been told I am somewhat psychic. Hugs blessing love and BE SAFE wishes, Jennifer.
Date: 3/17/2020 3:29:00 PM
an interesting theory for sure... one I guess we will never really know the answer to...but certainly could be for all we know.... stay safe my friend... hugs and blessings
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Date: 3/20/2020 8:26:00 AM
Hey Sandy, Yup just a theory although some poets believe it is true. If it is true this would be inhumane act of man - monstrous! Blessing my dear friend - BE SAFE! Jennifer
Date: 3/17/2020 10:12:00 AM
"What If" presented in a remarkable humility of a soul and beauty of a heart and mind, dearest Jenny! Unfortunately for all Humanity, it is happening right now! We are living what evil hearts and minds are scheming for us! There are things, of human nature, that happen and you can't find to them a logical explanation, rather you feel that stinky smell of evil! God's mercy is infinite! and everything happens for a reason, a feel of Faith! Great is your work, soul sister! a wonderful message! Love
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Date: 3/20/2020 7:55:00 AM
Besma, you are such a precious soul sister and friend. To quote an English idiom from the Shakespearean play Hamlet, 'Something is rotten in the state of Denmark'. There is a stench of foul play - humans are mere pawns in this game of life and death - Besma you make me blush with all the wonderful things you say about me. Love you my dear friend. Blessings and hugs, Jennifer.
Date: 3/17/2020 1:36:00 AM
You Should present this poem, as a article to a news media outlet.. there will be so many theories come out of all this, after the event,,and Jennifer this a brilliant piece of writing..love it..you care, i can feel that in all of your poetry..
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Date: 3/20/2020 7:44:00 AM
I wouldn't mind doing it, but perhaps i'd get the mafia chasing after me, because I got a little too close to the bone. But thank-you Harry for a 5 star comment, will print this page and use it as a marker for one of my books. So glad you enjoyed my poem. Look after yourself, be safe and cautious - You are a very special poet and friend. Blessings, Jennifer
Date: 3/16/2020 8:32:00 PM
Sad, I understand that this virus came from a lab in China as part of Germ Warfare, there's also a theory that the Chinese government, exposed their own people to it. I heard that they had hospitals built for the victims almost as soon as it spread. That's pretty fast for something that they claim wasn't intentional.
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Date: 3/19/2020 1:08:00 PM
Hi MLK, the situation has become horrifying as the virus spreads and poeple die. How did the whole globe become so infected so quickly. Everything seems so intentional. LOOK AFTER YOURSELF DEAR FRIEND. Blessings, Jennifer.
Date: 3/16/2020 6:16:00 PM
There are theories that say this virus came from a lab, and guess what, there is a virology lab in Wuhan, A thought provoking write Jennifer..
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Date: 3/19/2020 12:49:00 PM
Wow Joseph, and my poem was really a what if, thinking of the film Inferno only. Had no idea there was another story going around about Wuhan and a virology lab, a total co-incidence but one I am glad I brought to light. Blessings dear friend - TAKE CARE AND BE SAFE. Jennifer

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