Today I

Cherry

By Richard L. Provencher

Thu, 18 Oct 2012
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wish to change the
world
by painting it

using colours of compassion
and hope.

I cover the blood of Syria
in red
as roses in a parade
across the land

children in Libya with
dirty faces
are trees --
their
sad eyes
turn yellow in pineapple colours.

My garden of hope
extends to all those who wish
freedom and love –

green for once arid land
in Palestine
purple in valleys of lost dreams
and compassion
a gift.

In the land of Afghanistan
I paint black
across dope in the fields
so the sun will dry
it up and wither away

then paint smiles across a
mother’s face
to raise her children
in peace.

© Richard L. Provencher

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Poem
POETRY - A Passage of Motion 3
Autobiography

Comments

Submitted by Sooz006 on
I think this is one of your best poems ever, Richard.

 

Submitted by Richard L. Prov... on
Thank you ever so much, Sooz006. I just posted a new one, See Me, hope you enjoy reading it too. Richard
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Submitted by steve_elliott04 on
There is a real power and passion behind your words, Richard. I read it 3 times and agree with Sooz - a outstanding write.

Submitted by Richard L. Prov... on
Thank you too, Steve. Power and Passion, two precious words available to all who write. Bless you. Richard
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Submitted by Silver Spun Sand on
I agree with Sooz, Richard;-) Well done on the cherries. Tina

 

Submitted by Richard L. Prov... on
Thank you so much, Tina. Yes, the cherries are the topping, and I am so pleased at my age, 70 now, the muse is stronger than ever, even though my energy level limits the time spent on my writing. Also, I wish I was in a position to send some moola to Tony to ensure this site remains on the market, for all of us. Cheers, Richard LP
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