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Through Your Eyes
By: Bob Shank and Amanda Bee

I see the love of God
through your eyes
the sadness of mankind
through your cries

through my eyes
your heart is exposed
through your eyes
I can see my soul

the sincerity in your heart
as you teach a class
such compassion you show
to a struggling lass

the intentions in your heart
as you strive tirelessly toward
building a playground for our children
and with God lies your reward

the tenderness of your soul
when relating to others
how you address all humanity
as your sisters and brothers

the gentleness of your soul
conveying wisdom from within
advising those whom you meet
discouraging hatred and sin

and yet most religions would condemn you
promise you an eternity in hell
for your beliefs about your Creator
do not sit with them very well

those who spew malice in your direction
are out to eliminate your faith
strapping bombs to their backs and chests
claiming righteousness while portraying hate

however you and I
though worlds apart
share a spiritual bond
within our hearts

A bond that can not be broken
for our spirits are much too strong
a universal message of peace
a recognition of right and wrong

on many issues we often differ
on others we agree with a smile or nod
but one thing that is for certain
we are both creations of a loving God

we're both convicted in our beliefs
as different as our ideas may be
but we share a passion in helping others
and are both in awe of God's supremacy

made in His image
and with a right to choose
but when love becomes hatred
we will all undoubtly lose

so tread upon your chosen path
and I'll continue down my trail
meeting you somewhere in between
through tolerance we'll both prevail

I see the love of God
through your eyes
the sadness of mankind
through your cries...

through my eyes
your heart is exposed
through your eyes
I can see my soul...

A Collab by Amanda Bee and Bob Shank. The topic was 'Religious Differences', the first stanza was done by Bob, the second by Amanda, and it continues that way throughout. The message is clear, but just in case you missed it, before you condemn anothers belief, look at it through their eyes.....May your God Bless all of you.

^^^Thanks Britt! It was all Bob, though. He just has so much talent that it couldn't help but rub off on me:)

I was reading it, and the message is clear. it's really wonderful poem, and both of you have great talent

That is an amazing poem! You guys did awesome! I love it!

Outstanding poem

*sigh* we're finally finished. I thought it would be difficult to write with someone else but britt proved me wrong. I had a lot of fun.
I'm like HAHAHAHAHA
I'm really happy. ;)

thanks,
couldn't write it withough britt though.
she's really a good poet.
;D

marjan;)

Great poem Britt and Marjan!!!!!!!! Loved it:)

Spring Resonance (Acrostic)

Jubilant are the sounds of spring
Omnipresent on my ears;
Young chimes dancing to the hymns of the winds
Finches sing their delicate songs
Uttering peace within the heart
Life's wonderful blessing.

Sun yellow streams through the rainy clouds.
Outside the inner realms of beauty;
Unifying sights with various soft sounds
Nature's voice echoes within the wind
Dancing to it's every breath
Singing Spring's peaceful song.

I wrote:
JOY and SOU

Ann wrote:
FUL and NDS

Ann is a beautiful and talented writer, and I am happy to be joined up with her.

Thanks Bob....enjoyed doing this with Ismail...he's a very talented writer I have to say....

Stealing Fate
By Sunny and Holly Armer

Dare I speak for my tongue is bruised
feeling lonely and confused
His hand has graced my cheek again
time stands still for me my friend

Damn her for her useless voice
Once again I have no choice
She brought this all upon herself
claiming that I should get some help

Losing my hair one strand maybe more
I've lost count, I can't keep score
Many times I wanted to fight back
thoughts that just brought more powerful attacks

But it's her that has driven me to drink
just one more sip so I can think
Still not enough to quench this need
I'm downing shots at rapid speed

Hoping the blackouts will visit him soon
crying inside, fearing my doom
Movement I hear he's coming this way
his fist meets my stomach, damn he will pay

Catching the look within her eyes
the shame is there, she can't disguise
Hitting her once but craving much more
I won't be satisfied til she's on the floor

His cold wet hand has me by the throat
wishing upon stars he'll trip on his coat
The grip is tight gasping for air
fading into darkness and despair

Grabbing her roughly by the neck
I'll teach her obedience and respect
Watch her struggle for a minute or two
then tighten my grip as she turns blue

This was just a scenario played out with rage
Trapping beauty in a violent cage
It's a daily occurence, there's rarely an escape
for domestic violence steals many a fate

*Thanks Sunny, you are a delight to write with!
**We're still in the editing process, so it may change from time to time.

Poverty's bitter song by katie and musicality

>Poverty, an epidemic which spreads
>Living in cities, villages and towns
>Skyscraping disaster, cruelty of a kind
>Leaving the ups, preying on the downs
>
>Hurling its people in a downward thrust
>Unraveling the seams of this world
>Retaining only the darkness inside
>Tacticly working until greed is unfurled
>
>A disease which spreads malice through fiery tongues
>Cruel magic from the heart of sin
>Where children bleed tears from hunger and pains
>Wondering when someone will ease their suffering
>
> Fatigue streaks the faces of the innocent
> Eyes hallowed, ghastly and grave
> Alienating earlier hopeful beliefs
> Reminding all they cannot be saved

Stomachs empty, no food for days
Those who have done no wrong
Are lost in shadows, dulled spirits
Dancing to poverties bitter song

BRITT...THAT WAS AWESOME! I LOVED IT! YOU AND MAR DID AWESOME!!

Sunny and Holly...sorry for this late response but I ADORED your collab! Wow! It was really great.