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What Must We Do

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      What Must We Do

Violence begets violence—so cycles repeat,
Old wounds reopen on every street.
Anger returns where love once stood,
And peace is buried beneath what “should.”

What must we do in a world torn apart,
To mend the flesh and heal the heart?
We cannot strike and hope for calm,
Nor shout and pray for quiet balm.

We must begin where hatred ends
With open hands and listening friends.
With courage not to raise the fist,
But build a world where none are missed.

We teach our children not with fear,
But with the truth: all lives are dear.
We speak for those who have no say,
And walk with those cast far away.

Forgiveness is a heavy stone,
But it can raise a brighter home.
Justice wrapped in mercy’s thread
Can weave new paths where blood once bled.

So what must we do? We choose to start
With softer voice and braver heart.
For peace is not a passive dream,
But fierce and real—andours to redeem. 

MarkWaldrop

April Fools

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It’s April Fools’ Day—don’t be led astray,
Believe nothing you hear, in no kind of way.
Trust no fisherman, with tales long and bold,
Their stories grow taller each time they’re told.

Today is a jest, but so is the year,
Deception and laughter walk hand in hand here.
Just like any other day, truth wears a disguise,
With a wink in its eye and mischief that flies.

So laugh at the lies, and cherish the jest,
For sometimes the fibs are simply the best.
But if someone says they caught “one this big,”—
Just smile and nod… and call out their gig.

MarkWaldrop

Truth

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Reason falters when emotions dance,
And truth is dulled by the thirst of chance.
We join the wild crowd, swept along
For in the chaos, we feel we belong.

A cause embraced, no matter the cost,
Feeds the ego, though truth is lost.
It lifts our minds, ignites our pride,
While truth stands quiet, pushed aside.

But still, a whisper calls us near:
“Be still, and let your soul draw clear.”
For when the heart finds holy peace,
The noise of self and strife will cease.

Calm your soul, and still your mind
The light of Truth you soon will find.
Hold fast to Jesus, pure and bright,
And walk forever in His light.

For His Honor and Glory
MarkWaldrop

The Rose Smiles

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The rose smiles in silence, soft and serene,
A whisper of grace in shades of green.
Its petals unfold, a quiet embrace,
A masterpiece born of time and space.

Its beauty paints the world anew,
A crimson blush, a golden hue.
Without a word, it speaks to the heart,
A timeless language, a work of art.

No need for voices, no need for sound,
Its presence alone is beauty unbound.
A silent teacher, its lesson is clear—
Grace blooms quietly, for all who draw near.

MarkWaldrop

A Majestic Sight

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This snow-covered orange tree,
What a startling sight to see.

Once in a hundred years, they say,
This anomaly might come into play.

A Christmas tree adorned with gold,
Oranges glimmering in the cold.

I have never seen such before,
Nature’s wonder, its sacred lore.

I am blessed to be in this time, this space,
Feeling God’s breath in this quiet place.

MarkWaldrop

Mark Waldrop

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My name is Mark. I’m just an old country boy. I give God all the Glory
My heart He filled April 26, 2021, with rhyming  joy.

God showed up and gave the gift of rhyming to me
I now share it with all who listen for His Beauty to see

Mark my Words

           The Greatest Gift

Why I write, I’ll share with you, 
A journey deep, a purpose true,
To bring forth words from soul to page,
To touch the hearts of every age.

I write to share the thoughts inside,
To heal, to soothe, to be a guide,
To bring a smile, a tear of joy,
Or moments sad, yet not destroy.

My poems live within the mind,
Yet fully breathe when they are kind,
To those who read and feel the weight,
Of emotions shared, of love and fate.

For poems are not complete alone,
They thrive when hearts have fully known,
The gift of words, from soul to pen,
A whisper sent from Heaven, then.

The greatest gift a poet sees,
Is knowing words can set minds free,
To stir the heart, inspire flight,
This is why, dear friend, I write.

For His Glory
MarkWaldrop

MarkWaldrop KE4WA
Email  ke7wa@juno.com

Bridging the Divide

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When politics rise and tempers ignite,
Let us not rush to argue or fight.
For family and friends are treasures we hold,
Worth more than opinions or stories retold.

Let us listen with patience, speak with care,
Set judgment aside, and show we’re aware
That beyond every view, every stance, every side,
Is a heart, a soul, a love that abides.

Hold space for the thoughts that differ from yours,
As if opening gently a set of new doors.
For behind each belief lies a life and a pain,
A story unseen, a hope or a strain.

Let kindness be louder than points to be scored,
With empathy found in each gentle word.
Agree to disagree if that’s what it takes,
But honor the bond that no quarrel should break.

In a world that divides, let us build a way,
To love past the lines that words can’t sway.
For when all is said and opinions fade,
It’s the heart and the love that will always remain.

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Moral Leadership

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The question of whether it’s better to have a moral leader advocating causes you dislike or an immoral leader advocating causes you like touches on the complex relationship between ethics, leadership, and values. Here’s a breakdown of the dilemma:

	1.	Moral Leader Advocating Causes You Dislike:
	•	A leader with strong morals and integrity, even if their causes conflict with your own, can often be trusted to act in good faith, consider different viewpoints, and make decisions based on principles. While you may not agree with their stance, their honesty and ethical conduct might foster a more transparent and accountable leadership, leaving room for constructive dialogue or compromise.
	2.	Immoral Leader Advocating Causes You Like:
	•	An immoral leader, even if aligned with your views, may compromise ethical principles to advance an agenda, possibly leading to harmful practices such as corruption, manipulation, or disregard for others’ rights. While they may advocate for causes you agree with, their lack of integrity can undermine trust and lead to negative long-term consequences, even for the causes themselves.

Considerations:

	•	Ethical leadership is foundational to maintaining trust, stability, and justice in society. Without it, even causes you support may be tainted by unethical means.
	•	Ends vs. Means: Do the ends justify the means? Supporting a cause is important, but if pursued through immoral methods, it can lead to unforeseen harm or undermine the very values you hold.
	•	Sustainability: A leader’s lack of morals may eventually destabilize their ability to lead effectively, while a moral leader, though advocating causes you dislike, may foster a healthier, more robust political or social environment.

Ultimately, a moral leader is more likely to govern with transparency, fairness, and accountability, even if their cause conflicts with yours. An immoral leader, though advancing agreeable causes, may erode trust, potentially doing more harm than good in the long run.

Mark Waldrop

Your Vote is You

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You are who you vote for, they say it’s true,
In the choices you make, your values shine through.
With each name on the ballot, a vision, a voice,
Reflecting the world you see in your choice.

You are who you vote for, a mirror of heart,
A part of the system, you play your part.
In the hopes you cast, in the trust you invest,
In a future you dream of, the one you think best.

You are who you vote for, in silence or shout,
A whisper of faith, or a scream of doubt.
But remember, in the end, the vote is more,
Than just a decision, it’s what you stand for.

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