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What I'D Like To See For America

A country where people help one another Where everyone calls the other his brother A country with less intrusive government Where politicians require the people's consent A country that respects its forests and lakes Where oil isn't spilled and the earth doesn't quake A country where light and life are revered Where killings and murders equal zero each year A country where progress is measured by love Where marriages flourish, where soft coos the dove March 08, 2021 - C What You Really Want Contest Sponsor: Richard Lamoureaux

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Paula Goldsmith

Date: 4/25/2021 9:31:00 AM

Congratulations on your win. A wonderful write. Oh, the way it once was. I vote to have it turn. Have a blessed day..............

Gershon Wolf
Date: 4/25/2021 6:51:00 PM

Yes, I feel the same way, although maybe that's why each generation passes the 'torch' to the next one -- i.e., the older generation doesn't care to hang onto it anymore! :) gw

Alexis Y.

Date: 4/24/2021 12:01:00 PM

Hi Gershon, I told ya! Congratulations on a well deserved win:-) Alexis

Sam Kauffman

Date: 4/24/2021 9:25:00 AM

Congratulations on your fine win, Gershon! This so speaks of "we, the people." I really like the flowing, lyrical quality reinforced by your rhymes. Life and liberty GW! Blessings.

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 4/24/2021 6:26:00 AM

I like how you think Gershon. Are you Canadian? Congrats on your placement in my contest.

Gershon Wolf
Date: 4/25/2021 5:05:00 PM

Am I Canadian? ~ Depends

Juliet Ligon

Date: 3/11/2021 7:19:00 AM

Sounds like a pleasant place to live. This should do well in the contest!

Lindsay Laurie

Date: 3/9/2021 4:28:00 PM

Hello Gershon … this was my Australia in the sixties. Now it’s gang violence and over governed. Just like the USA. Sad isn’t it Gershon - Lindsay

Gershon Wolf
Date: 3/9/2021 6:18:00 PM

Maybe parenting changed too. I.e., my parents certainly weren't overprotecting me. Not so sure that I haven't overprotected my kids some. Thanks for the great comment, Lindsay

Rico Leffanta

Date: 3/9/2021 11:48:00 AM

I remember that America, whereas my granddaughter can not even imagine Americans living in homes without locks on the doors! Nice write, Gerson! Aloha! Rico

Gershon Wolf
Date: 3/9/2021 6:16:00 PM

How about an America where we rode our bikes wherever we wanted when we were 8 years old, packed a lunch, and stayed outdoors all day 'til it was dark. Those days are so long gone, eh?! Thanks, Rico. :) gw

Caren Krutsinger

Date: 3/9/2021 9:50:00 AM

Gershon for President! I do not care which party he represents.

Gershon Wolf
Date: 3/9/2021 6:14:00 PM

It doesn't much matter which party I am. Either Trump loves me, or else he goes after me with a meat cleaver. Anyway, if elected, I refuse to serve. ~ Father Goose

Heidi Sands

Date: 3/8/2021 10:02:00 PM

I love this wonderful poem. I wish for so much for America too. !

Gershon Wolf
Date: 3/9/2021 6:03:00 PM

Heidi, thank you so much. Hope that you are well. ~ gw

P.S. Awtry

Date: 3/8/2021 2:19:00 PM

"A country where light and life are revered" would take care of so much! Enjoyed your poem and its positive message. Best of luck in the contest!

Gershon Wolf
Date: 3/8/2021 6:41:00 PM

Glad you are running to daylight, P.S. Thanks for your good wishes, gw

Robert L. Hinshaw

Date: 3/8/2021 1:40:00 PM

Amen, Gershon. If you are running for prez based on that platform, ye've got my vote! Bob

Gershon Wolf
Date: 3/8/2021 6:39:00 PM

If elected, I refuse to surf! ! ~ Brian Wilson

Ilene Bauer

Date: 3/8/2021 1:21:00 PM

ah, dream on, gershon! a wonderful poem, but it sounds a bit too optimistic to believe. still, we can all dream... best of luck in the contest...

Gershon Wolf
Date: 3/8/2021 1:28:00 PM

I hear you, ilene. I imagine you may have held something back with the words 'a bit too optimistic.' So, here's where I'm coming from: I am fed up --- fed up! -- listening to Chicago Mayors and Police Superintendents talking about cutting murders/crimes by 10% over last years or some such pathetic outcome. Where are their goals?! If we don't shoot for the stars, i.e., zero murders, we'll never get anywhere. Who cares for a 'realistic goal' of 'only ' 500 murders, say, next year. Enough is enough. Let's go for the gold! :) gw

J. Summers

Date: 3/8/2021 12:49:00 PM

Well said Gershon, especially liked the two last lines. John

Gershon Wolf
Date: 3/8/2021 6:43:00 PM

Love is the answer -- whatever the question, I guess. Thanks, John. Peace, Gershon

L Milton Hankins

Date: 3/8/2021 12:43:00 PM

Ah, Gershon, this is soooo good. I think, after reading this, I should withdraw from the contest! Loved the rhymes!

Gershon Wolf
Date: 3/8/2021 5:16:00 PM

No, no, no. Do not withdraw, whatever you do. (I think you were kidding, but you never know). Last time somebody told me this, his poem was the #1 winner! Here's to ya! :) gw

Alexis Y.

Date: 3/8/2021 12:07:00 PM

WoW! Gershon, What a great a message that I would like to see happen for America and throughout the land. You've penned a good contender for the contest. Best wishes in the contest:-) Alexis

Alexis Y.
Date: 3/8/2021 6:07:00 PM

It may be optimistic, but if you read some of my poems, I live in the land of optimism. I'm adding this to my favs, by the way:-) Alexis

Gershon Wolf
Date: 3/8/2021 5:10:00 PM

Thanks, Alexis. I really value your encouragement, and appreciate all of your support! Life and Light, Gershon