Maria Williams Poet Rhyme

WHERE IS THE LOVE MAMMA

For Silent One's - Mamma Poetry Contest

Where is the love, Mamma?

Through broken Louvre blinds, you're ever watching
Rosary beads clicking prayers on repeat mode, uttering
Your plethora of Faith keeps me steadily striving 
Though, frustrated when peace will be arriving.

Under cover of the midnight moon, hookers seducing 
Shady men with illicit wares aggressively peddling 
Of changing our situation, I'm forever idealizing.  
Enduring every day's trauma, just surviving. 
Seeking direction from above, when is enough enough?

Tell me, Mamma  ~ Where is the love?

Collective immorality still existing.
A ticking clock morality meekly resisting
Corruption, greed, and deceit still abounding 
This life where goodness seems to be drowning.
A depraved degradation of insanity still insisting,
Death, broken hearts, crime persisting

In the chaos, qualms never ceasing.
lawlessness above the muck and mire rising 
At the kerbside, a holy man piously preaching
Should I turn my cheek, still beseeching
Amidst their plundering and their leeching?

NO !!
Enough is Enough ~ Where is the Love?

Beyond-repair abhorrence, I'm escaping.                                                       
Fervently, I'm hoping and praying.

Please God, Mamma, be safe while I'm gone
I'll be back for you before long 

In the  eerie darkness, emotions imploding
Sirens blaring, with  the sound of guns exploding
My shallow breath quickening, turning back with throat thickening
All the while, I'm screaming

Where is the love?

Back through this hellhole, I'm rapidly racing 
All through the panic, still hoping and praying

Please God, Mamma ~ Be Safe, Be Safe, Be Safe 

Neon blue-red lights flickering and flashing.
Through my open front door, I'm madly dashing.
Looming through the haze, I hear them saying.

'Sorry, Miss, yet another random shooting
Your Mamma just got caught in the cross-firing.'

The last thing I hear is my own voice crying.

MAMMA  ~ THERE IS NO LOVE! THERE IS NO LOVE!

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Richard Lamoureux May 7, 2024 at 9:11 AM You are such a great storyteller. Bravo dear friend.

Charles Messina April 8, 2024 at 3:05 AM Excellent write, Maria, The world is truly a mess...will it ever get better? Fabulous writing as usual. Hope all is well...hugs Charlie Maria Williams April 24, 2024 at 2:50 AM Thanks so much dear Charlie. So happy you liked this one. I'm really sorry for the late reply...Hugs

Mystic Rose Rose March 27, 2024 at 1:42 PM omg, I'm all choked up on this one. Amazing and heart felt to the core , congrats on your win, outstanding ! Maria Williams April 24, 2024 at 2:49 AM Thanks so much, Vie; I always appreciate your visit and lovely comments. So sorry for the late reply. All the best. Hugs xx

Robert Gorelick March 27, 2024 at 9:37 AM Your words have reverberated through the ages Maria, it reminds me of the old spiritual, Sometimes I Feel Like a Motherless Child a ~Long Long Way From Home. Excellent entry. My best, Robert Maria Williams April 24, 2024 at 2:47 AM I so agree Robert. I love that song too. So sorry for the late reply. All the best...Maria

Joseph May March 24, 2024 at 6:17 AM In a world where so many peddle hate, We have to wonder, "where is the love?", A poignant write Maria Maria Williams April 23, 2024 at 10:17 PM Thanks so much Joseph, so glad you liked it...Hugs

Michael Tor March 19, 2024 at 9:08 PM Heartfelt piece Maria you have brought so much affection for a mother and the struggles of this world contribute to a great loss. You take the reader through a chaotic state which you wish does not end bad. Excellent work by you. Hugs... Maria Williams March 21, 2024 at 1:44 AM Thanks so much, Michael, that's very kind of you dropping by with a heartfelt comment on my poem. I truly appreciate you. The world is really suffering now, hopefully it'll get better soon...Hugs

Silent One March 10, 2024 at 9:06 AM It is Mother's Day here in the UK, so I thought it would be nice to feature mum related poems.. I like the rap feel to your song and it flowed just like the song you have included here... a different, but interesting take on the contest theme and many will agree with what you wrote.. Congratulations on your placement in the contest.. Maria Williams March 10, 2024 at 10:25 PM Thanks, Dear S1, what a lovely surprise. You are very kind. I hope you had an amazing day with your Mum and Family. As you might know, we celebrate Mother's Day in Oz on the second Sunday of May. Still a while away...Hugs

Besma Riabi Dziri March 7, 2024 at 6:59 AM When there's something wrong, When chaos invades our world, and we start getting lost without our compass.. we go back to our roots, we resort to our rock, we seek reassurance, peace and serenity in the presence and light of our mother's, the epitome of all Beauty, strength, endurance.. to feel safe, loved, protected and mainly find answers wise enough relieving enough to restore Hope and Faith in a better world and recovered humanity! Your take on the different facets we need in our mothers is amazing! Your dexterity is second to none dearest friend Maria! What a treat to always read your wonderful poetry! Stay always blessed and happy. Love and hugs. Maria Williams March 7, 2024 at 9:23 PM Our Mothers, the epitome of beauty, strength and endurance, yes, you are so right, my dearest Besma. How often we take for granted someone who is always there for us.We tend to overlook the ones thrown into circumstances beyond their control who miss out on their Mothers love. In light of the inherent uncertainty, we embrace the philosophy of seizing the time we spend with our Mothers and letting them know how important they are to us. Thanks, my sweet friend, for the profound and sincere compliments you bring with you. I am forever appreciative of your friendship. Love and Hugs xx

Ink Empress March 7, 2024 at 3:21 AM What a deeply moving write this is dear maria, apologies for not reading this earlier but im glad i did now, and i love that song too, makes me ask the same, where is the love! Really. Your words are poignant and powerful and soul stirring really, the flow and depth of your lines truly touched my soul, you are a deep feeler and thinker i can tell through this too, i especially love the lines “ Neon blue-red lights flickering and flashing. Through my open front door, I'm madly dashing.“wow! Just love that and the ending! You are such a gifted poetess. Sending you light always and best wishes for the contest. A fave it is Maria Williams March 7, 2024 at 9:32 PM Thanks, my sweet friend, dear Inky. I'm so glad you thought so. It's wonderful that you found the words poignant and Soul-stirring. Mission accomplished, then. Thanks once again for faving and the visit my friend. Always appreciative ...Hugs xx

Vijay Pandit March 2, 2024 at 11:03 AM For some this life is a sad, sad journey. The world you describe, aches for mother's love--somehow the cries go unheard. Tragic circumstances, as you so well describe, my friend--no one should have to endure. Your message resonates, Maria. Maria Williams March 3, 2024 at 2:14 AM So very true, dear friend Vijay. Still there are a lot of inspirational stories about people who have come out of worse situations and still made something of their lives. One lives in Faith and Hope. Thanks so much for dropping by and wonderful comments as always...Hugs

Sam Scott March 2, 2024 at 8:08 AM Such a brilliant song by the Black Eyed Peas (how young does WillIAm look? well it was 2003 I guess). This was the first song I did a video presentation to and spent many many hours burning the candle at both ends.. if I can find it I might post it here. Inspired by yours, Maria. Blessings, Sx Maria Williams March 3, 2024 at 2:17 AM I absolutely love this song, but gosh I didn't realise it was made in 2003. I very much look forward to seeing your video presentation, please find it soon. I'm glad I inspired you. Take care now and thanks for stopping by dear friend...Hugs

Victor Buhagiar March 1, 2024 at 9:57 PM This is a world of contrasts, where good and evil must live in close proximity. Personally, I think mothers do exhibit love for their children, but alas not all. Claudio Villa issued an Italian song in the sixties. It is a heart-wrenching song worth knowing. continued....... Maria Williams March 1, 2024 at 11:02 PM This is a world of contrasts, where good and evil must live in close proximity. How very true, as they say 'how will we know light if we don't know darkness'? Thanks for the lovely visit and comment my dear friend....Love and Hugs

Victor Buhagiar March 1, 2024 at 9:51 PM BALLOCChHI E PROFUMO can be heard on YouTube, but in Italian, I'm afraid. Great poem. Quite out of the ordinary. Hugs. Maria Williams March 1, 2024 at 10:59 PM I will go and check out the song. Thanks dear Victor.

Richard Lamoureux March 1, 2024 at 7:36 AM I see a podium finish in your future. Clap clap clap, standing ovation. Maria Williams March 1, 2024 at 10:54 PM Thanks Richad, I'm not sure the judge will see it as a suitable entry for his competition, but it is what it is. So many are robbed of their Mothers love, due to crime. A sad situation. Thanks for the visit , greatly appreciated ...Hugs

Daniel Henry Rodgers March 1, 2024 at 6:28 AM Dear Maria, Wow, this is a powerful and poignant reflection on the harsh realities of life, filled with longing for love and safety amidst chaos and despair. Your images and emotive language capture the desperation and anguish of the narrator as they navigate through a world plagued by immorality, violence, and loss. The repeated question, "Where is the love?" echoes the universal desire for compassion and hope in adversity. Your poem is a deeply moving tribute to a daughter's resilience and unwavering love for her mother, even in the darkest of times. - Blessings, Daniel Maria Williams March 1, 2024 at 10:58 PM Dear Daniel, Thank you for your visit and your in-depth psychological analysis of my poem. I’m deeply appreciative of your comment. There is another timeless video I posted some time ago called ‘The Time Traveller’, that is timeless, and you may like it as it deals with Love and Loss with celestial undertones and a twist at the end.– Hugs Maria