Happenings Everywhere
A poem about todays world.
A set of screams at the dinner table
The world's hurt and pain being spread
Fingers pointing from the angry and unstable
Missing the point of getting together and breaking bread
No talking nor listening, not anymore
It goes on for hours
It goes on until someone hits the door
Among them they argue, and it's all beyond their powers
It's been this way for so long that it doesn't even feel like it's wrong
No escaping from the events and the horrible news of our day
Then strangers arrive to check, you know when you hear the bell gong
Stand there silently, you don't begin to know what to say
Hidden faces, hiding behind hands in shame
Nobody admits what it's about
Don't tell them it's about he who shall not be named
Don't blink until the coppers show themselves out
The sun sets on your chance at a decent end
And you realize your in a trap
A ruined dinner with family and friend
Ruined because of all that political crap
About the Creator
Jason Ray Morton
Writing has become more important as I live with cancer. It's a therapy, it's an escape, and it's a way to do something lasting that hopefully leaves an impression.
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Outstanding
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Eye opening
Niche topic & fresh perspectives
On-point and relevant
Writing reflected the title & theme
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Comments (14)
This is so relatable to me. Thank you for sharing what so many people are going through, and worse, for some. Very good.
What to do?
Congratulations on Top Story!!!
You nailed it!!!
Wow your story is really great thanks for sharing.
Perfect commentary about the state of things. We're all in the habit of the fight. Congrats on the Top Story!
spot on!!!
very well writen you have choosed good topic
We try so hard not to talk about things that are controversial or contentious. Great poem with a great meaning behind it. Congratualions
How sad many families are going through this. Other issues taking over family time. Thankyou for awesome work.
Well written, congrats 👏🏻
Your writing is realistic. good job
I know this so well ❤️🩹 So relatable, Jason~ I love your take on this ❤️
Most such gatherings greet silence on the subject, though our very own Voldemort hangs heavy in the air. Editorial Note: 3rd line from the end: "And you realize your in a trap" should be "And you realize you're in a trap"