In haunting strains of long ago,
'yes masser'
strikes chords of bitterest bile.
Television screens
awash with images,
where acceptance of
hunger and poverty
seep from saddest eyes
and emaciated bodies.
And tables turn again
as Mugabe sits in splendour.
Author notes
Prompt: Africa
30-40 words
In a list
A contest entry
- 30-40 words of Brilliance #47 by Aussie Gypsy.
600 points, ended January 10, 8 entries
Gold trophy winner
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest
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a good poem penned, ah mugabe, well he will not last forever, soon he will kick the bucket and hopefully times will change.
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well done . . congrats on the gold !!
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Stunning, wow, OK I am left speechless here. That's all I can say. Best to you in the contest
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Excellent
What a wonderful creation. So very well done. Best of luck in the contest. -
Perfect! You are getting very good at these short prompts once more...strong words of truth and a very strong ending...excellent work dear friend...
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Oy~~
Oh My another piece to tug and pull at the Heartstrings- so much suffering in the world
yet
this person that You speak of lives in splendour-
and anyone who tries to stand up against
the tyranny- gets pushed down~
Magnificent take on the prompt~
Thank You for sharing Your Talent and Spirit~
Many blessings to You in all You do Sweet One
Best wishes in the contest too
with much love & light~ Desire~*~
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Amazing
You words have a very haunting quality. They are so well expressed. Best of luck in the contest.
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This is one powerful write Gaylene,
and the last two lines sums it all up perfectly
Well done and all the best to you
Ken
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