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    Bill W
  • Bill W
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  • 05/01/2014
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Poetry posted in this category are works of fiction. Names, places, characters, events, and incidents are created by the authors' imaginations or are used fictitiously. Any resemblances to actual persons (living or dead), organizations, companies, events, or locales are entirely coincidental.
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A Storm is Brewing - 1. A Storm is Brewing

A Storm is Brewing

The tension’s rising, it is plain to see
Treated unequal, will no longer be
Too long we’ve waited, for the time to pass
We will not settle, to be second-class

The Founders told us, in words very clear
We’re created equal, a fact we hold dear
Some may deny us, and claim we are not
They do what they can, they plan and they plot

The time has now come, no longer we’ll wait
We won’t be abused, by those filled with hate
We demand our rights, as proclaimed in law
No longer waiting, for men’s hearts to thaw

A storm is brewing, it is clear to see
We seek what is just, we wish to live free
If we want to wed, it should be our right
To choose who we want, without a huge fight

The heart is fickle, it has one desire
The love that it feels, it burns like a fire
You cannot tell it, the one it should choose
For if you do that, you will surely lose

A storm is brewing, the day has arrived
We will not tremble, we won’t be deprived
The wound has festered, it is ready to break
It’s time for action, our freedom’s at stake

Equality calls, and justice beckons
To claim what is right, we’ve learned our lessons
We’ll accept no less, we’ll show our mettle
We want what is fair, we will not settle

It is time we seek, what others enjoy
Be able to choose, no ruse and no ploy
Accept nothing less, we want what is just
Treated like others, is surely a must.

A wish to thank Rachel, Joann and Emoe for their kind assistance with this poem.
Copyright © 2014 Bill W; All Rights Reserved.
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carringtonrj

Direct and purposeful. You handle the rhyme well. It's tough to do that so smoothly. thanks for sharing.

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On 05/02/2014 05:30 AM, joann414 said:
I enjoyed this once again BillW. Thanx for sharing. :great:
Thanks for the feedback and the help, Joann.
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On 05/02/2014 05:53 AM, carringtonrj said:
Direct and purposeful. You handle the rhyme well. It's tough to do that so smoothly. thanks for sharing.
Thanks, RJ. It can get tricky when you're counting syllables and trying to get the rhyme correct. Thanks for the feedback.
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On 05/02/2014 06:01 AM, aditus said:
I like it, content and form. Well done.
Thanks for the feedback, Aditus. I'm glad you enjoyed it.
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On 05/02/2014 07:04 AM, Ashi said:
Yes, one day!
Yes, Ashi, the day will come. We just have to be patient. Thanks for the feedback.
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On 05/02/2014 09:28 AM, Redsunshine said:
Gave me goosebumps. I really enjoyed it. :)
Thanks for the feedback, Redsunshine. I hope they were the good kind of goosebumps, not the creepy kind. hehehe
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On 05/02/2014 11:24 AM, Cole Matthews said:
Lovely cadence and sentiment. Nice job Bill! Great work.
Thanks for the feedback, Cole. I'm glad you enjoyed it.
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nostic

You did well encouraging everyone to fight for what is truly theirs. Thanks Bill.

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Percy

Great choice of topic and an energetic, focused cadence to go with it. Well done!

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On 05/02/2014 02:30 PM, nostic said:

You did well encouraging everyone to fight for what is truly theirs. Thanks Bill.

Thanks, Nic. A rally cry to the troops. hehehe
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On 05/02/2014 02:45 PM, Percy said:
Great choice of topic and an energetic, focused cadence to go with it. Well done!
Thanks, Percy. Trying to keep everyone focused and optimistic.
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comicfan

Very focused and timely piece, Bill. You keep it always looking forward. Nice job.

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On 05/03/2014 03:16 AM, comicfan said:
Very focused and timely piece, Bill. You keep it always looking forward. Nice job.
Thanks, Wayne. I do my best.
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