We are peacemakers,
declaring commitment;
celebrating life, diversity.
We stand at the water’s edge,
contemplate forever, pray for
serenity, believe in harmony.
Watch as past dalliances,
like old lovers, drift away,
become memories forgotten.
We are supporters, lift up
the down trodden, extend
hearts and hands in aid.
Rescuers, fearless vessels
surfing the ocean of tears
saving lives for the cause.
Withdrawal is preferential
to conflict, introspective
in our peace-loving stance.
We are hosts, expecting
hospitality, unprepared
for hostility, taken aback
Submission lost to fear;
partnering with revenge
spoon out poison, turn
the tables, defend sanctity,
reposition selves as victims
flee our former stance; attack.
Alarmists engage in paranoia,
see only turbulent skies at
the water’s edge, disbelieve
We must hold fast to ideals,
embrace humanity’s potential
be responders, not reactors
Recover our sanctity, reunite
in a vision of peace, remember
that celebration trumps strife.
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Powerful statements.
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Thanks, Nancy!
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Yes, as women, it’s what we do!
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Reblogged this on Inner Ramblings Boulevard: and commented:
I love this poem!
The line, “We are peacemakers” speaks to me as this moment as this is my rest day — my primary focus being peace and relaxation.
Had to share this with you too. Enjoy! 🌷
July 16 2016
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Wonderful. Inspiring. Encouraging.
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Thank you so much. A much needed message, I hope, in today’s world of conflict.
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Yes indeed. You expressed your thoughts amazingly. ☺ Have a great day 🌷
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