Commentary and Philosophy Poetry posted January 7, 2010


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reflective rictameter

Before

by adewpearl


Before
we wage a war,
our darkest fears increase
as calls to compromise decrease,
grave accusations are given new lease
while shouts replace our prayers for peace --
till reason can't restore
what hope we held
before.




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