Lazy
A disgruntled former slave speaks out47 total reviews
Comment from easyeverett
Hi Nomi. I will ax grind for you my friend. Your poetic illustrates what so many in Congress want to bury; the fact that the devastating effects of slavery were not obliterated with the Emancipation Proclamation, it only freed the slave physically to then face a white society that preened with pride over their compassionate achievement only to assuage their well deserved guilt but refused to assimilate those freed men and women into the American dream. The Congress of the United States passed a civil rights bill in 1878, its first civil rights bill in American history. For the next 86 years the Congress passed no civil rights legislation. Finally in 1964 the Civil Rights Act was passed and then in 1965 the Voting Rights Act was passed. Anti-lynching legislation has been put forward over 200 times since 1900 under both Democratic and Republican administrations and it tragically has not passed as of today though there is a bill being offered by Kamala Harris, Corey Booker and Tim Scott to make lynching a Federal Hate crime. It should pass but under Trump the enemies of civil rights, in the Republican Senate, cannot be counted on for any morally righteous action or direction. You wrote a great poem Nomi. Keep it up good scribe, this world needs the truth today more than ever before. tom
reply by the author on 22-Jul-2019
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Hi Nomi. I will ax grind for you my friend. Your poetic illustrates what so many in Congress want to bury; the fact that the devastating effects of slavery were not obliterated with the Emancipation Proclamation, it only freed the slave physically to then face a white society that preened with pride over their compassionate achievement only to assuage their well deserved guilt but refused to assimilate those freed men and women into the American dream. The Congress of the United States passed a civil rights bill in 1878, its first civil rights bill in American history. For the next 86 years the Congress passed no civil rights legislation. Finally in 1964 the Civil Rights Act was passed and then in 1965 the Voting Rights Act was passed. Anti-lynching legislation has been put forward over 200 times since 1900 under both Democratic and Republican administrations and it tragically has not passed as of today though there is a bill being offered by Kamala Harris, Corey Booker and Tim Scott to make lynching a Federal Hate crime. It should pass but under Trump the enemies of civil rights, in the Republican Senate, cannot be counted on for any morally righteous action or direction. You wrote a great poem Nomi. Keep it up good scribe, this world needs the truth today more than ever before. tom
Comment Written 22-Jul-2019
reply by the author on 22-Jul-2019
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You sir, to borrow someone else's wise words, are a scholar and a gentleman. What man does not voluntarily correct, God will, and it will not be to man's liking. Trust me.
Comment from Bill Schott
This poem, Lazy, voices what must have been the astonished reaction of a former slave who would be amazed that rest is a luxury apparently only acknowledged by the those who may require it less.
reply by the author on 18-Jun-2019
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This poem, Lazy, voices what must have been the astonished reaction of a former slave who would be amazed that rest is a luxury apparently only acknowledged by the those who may require it less.
Comment Written 17-Jun-2019
reply by the author on 18-Jun-2019
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Go figure right? I find this attitude common among those opposed to union members demanding worker's rights, or even women seeking equal rights and pay. Thanks for your great comments Bill, I appreciate you.
Comment from Jesse James Doty
You cut to the quick with this one, my friend. Happy Juneteenth! Your notes give us the needed background to relate to how it must've felt to be a former slave. Of course, I don't really know, but you have given me one step closer to seeing through the eyes of one who toiled solely for someone else who owned them. The image you chose is haunting. The poem flows well, sticks to its meter, and uses meaningful words to say what one might say who has been called lazy for taking a small break. The rhymes work, but mainly it's the message which carries this piece to the higher status of six stars. You don't hold back, and that is what makes this all the more real and touching. Thank you for sharing.
Take care, Jesse
reply by the author on 13-Jun-2019
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You cut to the quick with this one, my friend. Happy Juneteenth! Your notes give us the needed background to relate to how it must've felt to be a former slave. Of course, I don't really know, but you have given me one step closer to seeing through the eyes of one who toiled solely for someone else who owned them. The image you chose is haunting. The poem flows well, sticks to its meter, and uses meaningful words to say what one might say who has been called lazy for taking a small break. The rhymes work, but mainly it's the message which carries this piece to the higher status of six stars. You don't hold back, and that is what makes this all the more real and touching. Thank you for sharing.
Take care, Jesse
Comment Written 13-Jun-2019
reply by the author on 13-Jun-2019
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Jesse, your words are eloquent. You say the kinds of things all writers really long to hear. To write something that touches your readers should be what it is all about. If it is not, why do you write? I thank you so much for your very kind and supportive expressions.
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I agree it is the reason why we write. Your writing touches me as if told a story by a personal friend. You are an excellent writer, and I am honored to read and review your work.
Jesse
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You both honor and humble me at the very same time. God bless you.
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Same for you.
Comment from misscookie
I love the artwork you choose to go with your poem
It is a prefect match
You captured my attention from the first line to the last
My grandmother told us in a stern voice"Don't you ever call a person Lazy when they are take a little rest
' I understand the reason why now
thank you for sharing
Cookie
reply by the author on 13-Jun-2019
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I love the artwork you choose to go with your poem
It is a prefect match
You captured my attention from the first line to the last
My grandmother told us in a stern voice"Don't you ever call a person Lazy when they are take a little rest
' I understand the reason why now
thank you for sharing
Cookie
Comment Written 13-Jun-2019
reply by the author on 13-Jun-2019
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Thank you for your wonderful comments and your timely encouragement.
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Your very welcome, have a safe and blessed week end.
Cookie
Comment from DeborahWrite
Dear NOM1338,
I wish I had 6 stars left this month for your outstanding poem. Its verses, although softened somewhat with rhyme, document an appalling story. Theses facts and truths--are unimaginable--even though I believe them.
Thank you for sharing your poem with us. Deborah
reply by the author on 13-Jun-2019
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Dear NOM1338,
I wish I had 6 stars left this month for your outstanding poem. Its verses, although softened somewhat with rhyme, document an appalling story. Theses facts and truths--are unimaginable--even though I believe them.
Thank you for sharing your poem with us. Deborah
Comment Written 13-Jun-2019
reply by the author on 13-Jun-2019
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Thank you Deborah. Not only are they real, they are being duplicated everywhere there is opposition to unionized workers who are demanding fair treatment. Even worse, they exist wherever women and children are being exploited. Even in some homes, wive are beinThank youg badly treated.
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Thank you, nomi338, for your meaningful and factual reply. I agree with your thoughts and find them heartbreaking. Deborah
Comment from C. Gale Burnett
This is SO deserving of 6 stars, and I do not have any; I'm so sorry.
I loved the rhyme in this poem;
each stanza was strong, painting vivid images in my mind;
I liked the slave's tone that came across; honest, bold, just calmly telling it like it was;
I love the sarcasm and quiet anger I felt within the last stanza.
This is a beautifully presented and beautifully penned poem. Thank you for sharing.
reply by the author on 13-Jun-2019
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This is SO deserving of 6 stars, and I do not have any; I'm so sorry.
I loved the rhyme in this poem;
each stanza was strong, painting vivid images in my mind;
I liked the slave's tone that came across; honest, bold, just calmly telling it like it was;
I love the sarcasm and quiet anger I felt within the last stanza.
This is a beautifully presented and beautifully penned poem. Thank you for sharing.
Comment Written 12-Jun-2019
reply by the author on 13-Jun-2019
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Thank you so much, your kind words of support and encouragement mean the world to me.
Comment from Heather Knight
Gorgeous poem. I wish I had a six for you.
I like the content (for me slavery is a very important topic) and the way you have written it.
Thanks so much for sharing.
reply by the author on 13-Jun-2019
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Gorgeous poem. I wish I had a six for you.
I like the content (for me slavery is a very important topic) and the way you have written it.
Thanks so much for sharing.
Comment Written 12-Jun-2019
reply by the author on 13-Jun-2019
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Thank you Maria, where ever people are being mistreated, overworked and having their welfare ignored, this poem is directed.
Comment from Habib Oke
It's an astounding poem you have written. It looks more real than a fiction. It shows the mood of the writer as though s/he is suffering from the abuse of his/her subject. I love the rhyme at the last stanza. It really cool. Keep it up.
reply by the author on 13-Jun-2019
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It's an astounding poem you have written. It looks more real than a fiction. It shows the mood of the writer as though s/he is suffering from the abuse of his/her subject. I love the rhyme at the last stanza. It really cool. Keep it up.
Comment Written 12-Jun-2019
reply by the author on 13-Jun-2019
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Thank you Habib. I appreciate your supportive comments.
Comment from Hugh McDowell
Anyone who has worked in the fields or coal mines shouldn't be described as lazy. I worked in the fields for a couple of seasons. Hard work, great co-workers. The excessive hard worked demanded of slaves is a blight on our history. I had to learn to pace myself when picking fruit. Not for the lazy. Hugh
reply by the author on 12-Jun-2019
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Anyone who has worked in the fields or coal mines shouldn't be described as lazy. I worked in the fields for a couple of seasons. Hard work, great co-workers. The excessive hard worked demanded of slaves is a blight on our history. I had to learn to pace myself when picking fruit. Not for the lazy. Hugh
Comment Written 12-Jun-2019
reply by the author on 12-Jun-2019
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Exactly. It is quote easy to sit on one's behind and cast out insults, but quite another matter when you have to get out and do the work. All the more so if the boss is a dirt bag who loves to under pay and over work his employees.
Comment from Ava Wilson
Great piece of poetry. You have a nice way of being able to invoke the emotion of the reader and I believe that is a quality of a great writer. Fantastic job!
reply by the author on 12-Jun-2019
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Great piece of poetry. You have a nice way of being able to invoke the emotion of the reader and I believe that is a quality of a great writer. Fantastic job!
Comment Written 12-Jun-2019
reply by the author on 12-Jun-2019
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Thank you so much for your uplifting and encouraging comments. You have just brought the largest smile to my face in a while.
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I'm very happy that I could put a smile on your face. You are very talented and I hope you never stop writing.
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Aw, now you're making me blush, although no one can tell. LOL
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LOL, well I'm glad I was able to get your day started with a smile.
