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Mary K. Doyle

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Poem–In the Name of Peace

In the Name of Peace

How did it begin?
Who hurt who?
When will it end?
What will it take?

The endless cycle—
revenge, resentment,
retaliation,
hatred, anger

Loss on both sides—
loss of childhood,
families, friends,
education, employment

Massive destruction—homes, communities,
priceless art, historic sites,
the earth, water, air

Sounds of terror
Smells of death
Sights of devastation
Haunting memories

Only solution
forgiveness, compassion,
 understanding, justice,
compromise, tolerance

Do we have the courage?
Are we capable of attaining
that level of humanity
in the name of peace?

Mary K. Doyle

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Responses to “Poem–In the Name of Peace”

  1. Indira

    Well composed!

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you, Indira.

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  2. sandyroybessandbugzy

    I wish we had that level of humanity. Well said in a poem, Mary. Thank you.

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      It’s what we pray for, right Sandy? And we believe all things are possible.

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  4. Jack Benton

    Well said and shared!

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you, Jack.

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      1. Jack Benton

        You’re very welcome Mary!

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  5. LoveLifeHappiness&More💙💙

    Well said Mary! 🥰

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you!

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      1. LoveLifeHappiness&More💙💙

        You’re welcome.

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  6. Cindy Georgakas

    I ditto you on your well written poem with a plea for peace, Mary. When?!!!❤️

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      We can only pray, hope, and do our little part every day. Thank you for commenting, Cindy.

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  7. Awakening Wonders

    Oh, this is so good Mary!

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you, Mary.

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  8. Regal2008

    This is very well written! Have you ever wondered why we suffer in the first place? And if the world will ever be free of pain, suffering, and death?

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  9. kagould17

    This constant conflict is often referred to as human nature, but I wonder. Why is it we feel the need to always be right, always be strong and to always dominate. This constant conflict is just too much work. Have a great Sunday Mary. Allan

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      So well thought out and expressed, Allan. Thank you for your insight here, my friend.

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