Monday, July 4, 2016

The Art Of Shadows Comments

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I grew up in the shadows
the sun hidden behind a cloud
darkness spread over the south
like a river flood
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Barry Middleton
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Kelly Kurt 04 July 2016

Slavery, racism, bigotry, violence and hatred are the fundamentals of the Abrahamic religious texts and will always be a part of human existence until all religions are abandoned.

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Barry Middleton 04 July 2016

Sadly true. I am sure some would take issue with your comment but I don't. Religion is a very divisive element of our world.

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Edward Kofi Louis 04 July 2016

Racism! Like a river flood. But, wisdom is the heart that loves all mankind. Thanks for sharing this poem with us.

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Marianne Reninger 04 July 2016

those lingering childhood memories affect us the rest of our lives...the only thing we can do is deal with them honestly, and in this case, beautifully. Also love your photo. Thanks for sharing Barry....

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Barry Middleton 04 July 2016

I try. Growing up where and when I grew up was a lesson either in hatred of love. I thank God every day that I had a mother who taught me the right path. Thank you for the comment.

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