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Who's To Blame

Why is it hard for some to understand That history is kept for us to learn Misdeeds of generations past, unplanned Will be repeated if we're not concerned The easy part of life is looking back We sit in judgement with that luxury Bad deeds done long ago we now attack Old customs taught back then which they believed Now history tells us beliefs have changed Are we responsible for their mistakes To burden us with their shame now seems strange The problem comes when we try to erase Our unborn generations aren't to blame For wrongs which we commit, for future's shame an original poem by Daniel Turner

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Freddie Robinson Jr.

Date: 6/26/2017 7:49:00 PM

Very strong and forthright poem, Daniel. No, the children should not pay for the sins of the father. As it is written: The father has eaten the sour grape, and the children's teeth are set on edge. Each person shall bear their own sin. Great poem w/a powerful message. When Jesus condemned the Jewish rulers of His day, he said they do the same wicked deeds as their fathers. So, if people still have hateful ways like back in the day, then they will be judged accordingly. Love always, bruh.

Vladislav Raven

Date: 8/21/2016 5:25:00 PM

Hi Daniel, the content of this Sonnet is really good my friend. This is indeed a well thought out Sonnet. The concept of the write inspires me to try and write better my friend. As Lynn says Daniel, this is a thought provoking write. You have a gift there my friend, keep using it. May your words ever run gold. This is a definite seven Daniel. We can't be held to blame for acts committed in the past but we should learn from then. We don't want them to keep repeating....Mike.

Lynn Marie

Date: 8/8/2016 5:47:00 PM

A very thought provoking topic, skillfully penned in a manner to invite constructive conversation. That this is also a "Sonnet", amazes me and showcases the breadth of your talent. A wonderfully written piece; a pleasure to read! blessings, lynn

Daniel Turner
Date: 8/8/2016 6:18:00 PM

Thank you, Lynn. I appreciate your kind visit and supporting comments.

Tom Quigley

Date: 8/1/2016 1:59:00 PM

Thoughtful and skillfully written. Agree that there's plenty of blame to go round...

Daniel Turner
Date: 8/1/2016 3:32:00 PM

Absolutely!! But to say anyone today is responsible for heinous acts committed centuries ago would be absurd. However, it is our responsibility to see that they do not happen again. Thanks Tom. Always a pleasure.

Janice Canerdy

Date: 7/31/2016 1:21:00 PM

A 7 for this skillfully-written sonnet, Daniel! Janice

Daniel Turner
Date: 7/31/2016 1:41:00 PM

Thank you Janice. You have apparently read between the lines with you powers of insight. I appreciate your support.

Kelli White

Date: 7/31/2016 10:00:00 AM

If only Eve had not listened to the Serpent in the Garden of Eden.

Daniel Turner
Date: 7/31/2016 10:54:00 AM

Something tells me, you've beguiled a few in your days. lol Thanks for friendly visits, Kelli.

Probir Gupta

Date: 7/31/2016 5:37:00 AM

Very true ... "Bad deeds done long ago we now attack" ... Nice ...

Daniel Turner
Date: 7/31/2016 8:19:00 AM

Thank Probir. This poem was written, to hopefully, make people think. Obviously you did just that. Thank you for your time, understanding and support.