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Beneath the Veneer

Led by the nose, when will we learn That not all leaders are sincere Though heaven-sent they might appear Our trust they trample in return Then when their deeds reveal their game Our freedom’s gone; heads hang in shame. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

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Line Gauthier

Date: 11/10/2022 9:14:00 PM

I think we stopped believing a while ago ~

Paul Callus
Date: 11/11/2022 10:17:00 AM

Even if not totally stopping to believe, the rating definitely has shot down, Line! Thank you for your visit. Regards // paul

Gary Radice

Date: 5/29/2022 12:05:00 PM

Here in the UK we have the best politicians money can buy :) Great work Paul. Cheers - Gary

Gordon Mcconnell

Date: 3/21/2022 1:18:00 PM

Very poignant and excellent piece Paul, good rhyme and flow too. Hope all's well with you on your lovely island, blessings always,Gordon

Paul Callus
Date: 3/23/2022 2:48:00 PM

Thank you, Gordon. Your positive feedback is appreciated. It's election day here this coming Saturday; hopefully the people will elect a government to be proud of! ~ Regards & Blessings // paul

Meghan Hutchings

Date: 3/17/2022 11:25:00 AM

Congratulations, Paul! Your poem is an excellent and accurate portrayal of truths we have seen played out in recent years. Sadly, prayer seems to be our only hope for the time being. That is powerful, though! Excellent job on your poem! Much love...Meghan

Paul Callus
Date: 3/23/2022 2:39:00 PM

Thank you on all counts, dear Meghan. I have just read your latest touching poem; you are brave to share something so personal, but I understand that it helps with the healing process. ~ Warm regards & Hugs // paul

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 3/17/2022 8:58:00 AM

Congratulations on your win. A true write. Watch their actions. Talk is cheap. Have a blessed day.....................

Paul Callus
Date: 3/23/2022 2:50:00 PM

Thank you, Paula. Fortunately not all leaders/ politicians are untrustworthy! Warm regards & Blessings // paul

Christuraj Alex

Date: 3/15/2022 9:15:00 PM

Not "heaven-sent" these days. We have big bunch of them. Beautiful. Congratulations!

Paul Callus
Date: 3/16/2022 8:59:00 AM

Thank you, Christuraj. Good leaders do exist, but hard to come by! ~ Regards // paul

Tom Cunningham

Date: 3/13/2022 3:55:00 PM

Well said Paul, beneath all the gloss there's plenty of rot. Tom

Paul Callus
Date: 3/15/2022 12:15:00 PM

Exactly, Tom! Often we are taken for a ride, and many are those who are taken in by false promises. ~ Regards // paul

Vijay Pandit

Date: 3/13/2022 5:58:00 AM

Well said, Paul. Look for what they do--not what they say. They can always fool us by the power of speech, but actions they can't.

Paul Callus
Date: 3/15/2022 12:12:00 PM

It is said that the proof is in the pudding, Vijay :) After one or a few bites we soon realize that we have been duped. ~ Thank you for stopping by, my friend. // paul

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 3/13/2022 12:30:00 AM

Boy is this ever spot on Paul. It is a shame the changes we see after they are elected. I have not been around much lately because of many home repairs. Roofers are coming next after the plumbers finish. A/C’s are also in need of repairs. My dear husband used to take care of our home but now it is up to us. I hope you are doing well. I need to get to bed. Have a great week. Blessings xxoo

Paul Callus
Date: 3/15/2022 12:08:00 PM

Thank you for your pleasant visit, Connie. Home repairs never seem to end! Luckily I still can do many of them myself, but I know that sooner or later I'll become dependent on others! Warm regards & Blessings // paul