John Hamilton Poet Rhyme

World of Violence

World of violence

As the morning  slowly  breaks
and, daylight in fil trates...
I feel,
the sunshine-   burn away the grey
I feel,
the dawning, of a brand new day

I wish,  the clouds would
confiscate the rain...
ease the pain ...
as I awaken,
to a world of violence.

In a world   not far away
another   bullet  pen  e trates...
another, 
black soul it takes
Did you hear his cries...
for mercy?
Will his words be heard by...
the jury?

Or,
is justice,  controlled by
the hand with the gun?
Answers...no one!
Can't we just stop...
the violence?

They say human nature    hates...
so just surrender to the fates
so...does that mean it's too late?
Why is it   so hard    for us
to be kind?
Is this the end of
humankind?
Or, Is it true...
that only the strong survive?
Or is it better...
having God on our side?
Aren't you tired of this world of violence?

I am.

John Derek Hamilton
November 09, 2018

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Funom Makama December 22, 2018 at 10:19 AM This is beautiful with the exhibition of the zenith of poetic craft.I love the passion, expressions and beautiful lines... Merry christmas and a wonderful 2019. John Hamilton December 22, 2018 at 1:18 PM Thanks Funom

Susan Ashley December 13, 2018 at 9:39 PM Yes, I am too, John. Your poignant poem shines a sensitive and thought provoking light on the sad state of affairs of today’s society. Mankind is not kind, it’s so sad to say. Your poem is beautifully rhythmic with awesome rhymes that raises questions and illustrates your point perfectly. Exceptional poetry, my friend. Warmest wishes always.. ~Susan John Hamilton December 14, 2018 at 9:42 AM Thanks Susan, so kind of you to pass by with your thoughtful comment.

Darlene De Beaulieu December 7, 2018 at 6:42 PM Hello John, it would be sp nice to see the violence end. have a nice evening my friend. John Hamilton December 7, 2018 at 8:38 PM Thanks Darlene

Phillip Garcia November 23, 2018 at 12:12 AM Well done John. Very poignant piece. The obvious truths are always the most simple truths. Maybe one day we'll figure it out as a whole. Until then, keep reminding us with wonderful words such as these John Hamilton November 23, 2018 at 11:49 AM Hey Phillip nice to see you pass by, hope all is well, thanks for the kind visit.

Gordon Mcconnell November 20, 2018 at 9:04 AM Beautifully penned piece John, hitting the nail on the head, written with good rhyme and flow too. Blessings, Gordon John Hamilton November 20, 2018 at 9:49 AM Thanks Gordon, nice of you to pass by my page with your kind words!

Laura Breidenthal November 13, 2018 at 4:51 PM I am too...beautiful poetry, John. I appreciate your musings. Too many cries go unheard these days. Looking forward to a better time, for all. Always, Laura John Hamilton November 15, 2018 at 11:00 AM Thanks Laura, I appreciate the kind visit and words!

Tom Cunningham November 9, 2018 at 4:49 PM Well written John, that's all we seem to hear about these days, the world has become a very dangerous place. Tom. John Hamilton November 9, 2018 at 6:12 PM Thanks Tom

Heidi Sands November 9, 2018 at 3:22 PM I certainly am ! Well written John. Very important to address too :) John Hamilton November 9, 2018 at 6:12 PM Thanks Heidi

Sand Blown November 9, 2018 at 2:59 PM sometimes it seems the powers that be foster such a world to be 'our' norm (eg. tv) for their own ends and purposes John Hamilton November 9, 2018 at 6:12 PM Thanks SB I think the first comment from you, welcome to my page!