Thx

To Trump and World Bank///
Jessi Jackson Nd David Shine are vocal on the wrong move of the aforementioned two

Pat Ethiopia on the back than stab it in the back

Intolerant of a crushing poverty that bound Ethiopia hand and foot, the country is dead set on escaping the daunting scenarios its citizens across generations had suffered. Members of this generation too have known the brunt all their lives. Population boom has been exacerbating the problem.
Despite the bounty and plenty the country boasts, for aeon, it was forced to go through the throes of poverty perplexed by its inaction.
The calamity of inclement weather such as droughts and subsequent shortages of food had been souring the country’s fate.
To add an insult to injury, Ethiopia could not get its economy off the ground rocked by internal turmoil that went on unabated fueled by struggle for power and also disturbed by the proxy wars and revolutions exported by those who want to emasculate the country depriving it the power to use its resources like its trans-boundary rivers.
Hence it was coerced to heavily lean on foreign aids, which resulted in dependency syndrome. As such, in molding its fate the country had no option than remain locked in the doldrums of inaction. True to the wisdom-packed saying “Give a man a fish you feed him a day. But teach him how to fish you will feed him the rest of his life!” it was this point international donors were laboring to ram home in lecturing Ethiopia and others. Ethiopia’s developmental thrust to feed itself and illumine the region is in consonance with this silver bullet.
But making 180 degree turn and contravening the aforementioned ideal more often than not they uphold, hypocrites in this set are forcing Ethiopia to compromise its national interest and brush aside its developmental drive simply to cheer up their pet country, depressed out of jealousy as Ethiopia is outstripping it in geopolitical importance. Hypocrites want to support those who sow the seed of terror abroad spoiling fifth columnists in Ethiopia, envisioning socioeconomic take off beyond its perimeter.
“When money speaks the truth remains silent!” runs the adage. That is to say the pauper and the feeble turn vulnerable, when the affluent wield power. This does not work for Ethiopia that never ever compromise its sovereignty even in the face of war inferno.
It is cogent that an enemy of your friend or your handyman is your enemy. With this mentality white supremacist that spare no effort to optimize their advantage are seen trying to twist Ethiopia’s arm “We could underwrite developmental aid to you if and only if you show alacrity to what we blindly dictate to you. There is no room for taking what we say with a grain of salt. If you fall out with our pet country a punitive measure expects you.”
Hypocrites and their pet country also leave no stone unturned to lure the rational minded countries to their side so that they fall out with Ethiopia. The pendulous behavior of the riparian and neighbor country, which was a votary of the truth up to recent times, testifies this disposition.
International donor organizations to which hypocrites attached their apron strings are revoltingly echoing the stance of hypocrites creating pretexts not giving a second thought to the fact that their action could be weighed by the global community as a double standard. Such tail wagging goes a long way in eroding international thrust. Here, it is no wonder if one alludes to the true farce of Barban and Jesus. Hang the votary of regional growth and release the exporter of terrorism is the modern version of it.
Such a subtle attack is unfair and unjust. Besides, the donations of hypocrites were meant for mutual objective—maintaining peace in a strategic area of global importance. As such, the negative impact could not be seen as a unilateral one. Where is the picture perfect love of hypocrites to democracy?
GERD is Ethiopia’s flagship project that is reminiscent of the victory of Adwa that threw into shambles white supremacy and showcased colored people could square up to any challenge. Is it because of this, for want of due protection, we are witnessing attacks on our flag in Europe in sharp contrast to the etiquettes of international diplomacy? Crime by omission is no less than crime by commission! The international community must heed this as put it emperor Hailesellasie before League of nations “today it is our turn tomorrow it is yours!”
Averse to the trend international donors wait on Ethiopia hand and foot, the country is harnessing its resources to its and regional benefits. In so doing, generating electricity it is garnering foreign currency. Extrapolation shows that if it presses ahead with this noble task the country could beef up its muscles to the extent of seeing developmental aid as something it could manage without.
Ironic as it may sound, lately the lower riparian countries are inundated by the water of Blue Nile though they were crying foul the first phase of the filling and subsequent filling of the dam could cause a dearth of water in their lands. As a kid cowers imagining a bogeyman, lower riparian countries must not shudder imagining unscientific and farfetched things. Besides their heart tells them Ethiopia is marked for considerateness to others.
Let it be known Ethiopia is not a pushover. It is a standard-bearer of bootstrapping. In cognizance of this fact the rational need to pat it on the back than stab it in the back. //

Comment is about Pat Ethiopia on the back than stab it in the back (blog)

Original item by Alem Hailu G/Kristos

Do you have one about bob dylan?

Comment is about The Poetry King (blog)

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It's not Mike Ashley is it?

Comment is about Big Lad (blog)

Original item by Stephen Gospage

I am going to start slithering as my means to get around

I am sure I'll feel safer with that soft underbelly on the ground

Vulnerability is something I do dread

I usually avoid it by keeping down my head

This is a corny joke this much I do know

Putting fun and joke aside I do appreciate your feedback so

Flavia❤❤

Comment is about Transference and its counter (blog)

Original item by Flavia Gordon

Not sure I’d want to witness either, Paul.?

Comment is about COOPEY'S GROUPIES (blog)

Original item by John Coopey

Paul your deep analysis is always appreciated. Thank you for your constant support.

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Original item by Abdul Ahmad

This is so soothing...it is like a warm blanket on a cold and grey winter day...

I absolutely enjoyed reading things, thanks for sharing, Gray...

Comment is about For you (blog)

Original item by Gary Cuming

Just got to show those one least expects to succeed in life judged by first impressions at early age can exceed expectation by sheer enterprise in later life.
An enjoyable read Stephen.

Comment is about Big Lad (blog)

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Stephen thank you for you continuing support. Your encouragement is appreciated.

Comment is about Floral dance (blog)

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Thank you for sharing your beautiful soul. ?

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Mmm... the ecstasy! ❤?

Comment is about Inhale, Exhale (blog)

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Thanks for the likes Stephen and Flavia

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Original item by julie callaghan

Sounds like heaven! ❤️

Comment is about Inhale, Exhale (blog)

Original item by Eric Berard

Hello Hugh,

It's horrific that this actually occurred.

"Embalming the situation with love to soothe the stress"...I love that!

Comment is about An alarming attack (blog)

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Thanks, MC, and Stephen for the Like.

Comment is about COOPEY'S GROUPIES (blog)

Original item by John Coopey

So is this why karma has never visited me...she is over there in Europe?.

Nice one Stephen...I love it.

Comment is about Big Lad (blog)

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Thank you Paul, your words of encouragement are enormously appreciated❤

I am raising a mini me and what you have said is exactly my aim...to be that beacon and be strong for her and others. Hopefully inspiring their own resilience.

Comment is about Karma the Uninspired Bitch (blog)

Original item by Flavia Gordon

Know just what you mean. Whilst in my own retirement, I find plenty to pursue and enjoy, I'm also reminded of that popular song of
yesteryear - a hit of its time: "Life Get's Teejus" (tedious)" from a certain Slim Dusty that takes a slightly more resigned tone to such
things. It can probably be found on YouTube & likely to raise a smile.

Comment is about Lazy Day (blog)

Original item by Mike Bartram

Thank you Tom. I really enjoyed writing this one. xx.

Hello Nicola,

Love and laughter
which I share with my daughter, I have an abundance of...

Nature and home cooked meals, I also indulge in. With you I agree, they have their appeal...

To form attachments and keep them, I fear I lack the skill.
So in therapy to learn, I hope I will.

Love to you as well❤

Comment is about Transference and its counter (blog)

Original item by Flavia Gordon

If a media tally was kept, I wonder what the ratio would be when
counting reports for and against President Trump? Impartiality
seems to have been mislaid somewhere down the information highway and the cult of "personality" adopted as a guide to what
is considered appropriate for dissemination to the public at large.
The approaching US election is the deciding factor - after all the
other stuff has been paraded to persuade or dissuade. Interesting
times indeed. I think it may be premature to
write off Trump's chances. The media is far from infallible on such things. Just bear in mind the famously wrong front page headline proclaiming that Thomas Dewey had won that particular presidential election.

Comment is about Ode To Trump-Land (blog)

Original item by Stephen Bewick

Hello Vautaw, thanks for welcoming me to WOL. I am really enjoying the experience as well as reading your poems so far.

I appreciate your encouragement to write on and welcome any other comments/advice you may have to give in future.

So glad you can relate to my poems...I kind of get transfixed on a theme until I have exhausted its resources.
It is my fear that as a result my poems could get monotonous/mundane...but such is my style

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Original item by Vautaw

The same fate befell PC Keith Blakelock.. The culprits represent the
decaying of certain elements in our modern besieged society. Such
behaviour of this primitive savagery is certainly familiar to those who deal with it.

Comment is about An alarming attack (blog)

Original item by hugh

Or answers than questions, or should we all just go with the flow and accept what is x without getting too stressed about it all.....

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Hey - I knew the answer to Cruella de Ville. Show me the show biz
questions ?.up to and including "101". That's my sort of entertainment !
P.S. Love the title "Coopey's Groupies".

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Original item by John Coopey

Conjures up a beautiful image, Abdul.

Comment is about Floral dance (blog)

Original item by Abdul Ahmad

I think the “coming out” from Po to Paul is quite sufficient. I wouldn’t want to see you “coming out” in your panties.
It sounds as though Phil in your team, Brian, is the Glen in ours.

Comment is about COOPEY'S GROUPIES (blog)

Original item by John Coopey

It's stood the test of time John!

We always knew when Phil in our team did not know the answer...when he said he was 99% sure.

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Original item by John Coopey

I generally dislike repetition Keith, but this works.

Comment is about Shake off the Dust (blog)

Original item by keith jeffries

Dan,

This poem comes from the depths of many thoughts and deals with a subject which fascinates me. I have written a number of poems along similar lines. Being in this world, our impact on it in terms of whom we are and how we can make a contribution of the best we have to give, is something to ponder on.

These thoughts occur as we advance in age. Some dismiss them others seek ways to deal with them constructively. However, it is perplexing for us all. We are here for a reason and participants of a plan which our finite wisdom is unable to comprehend. This I do believe.

Thank you for this
Keith

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Original item by Dan Holtan

d.k.,

One of your best poems to date and with a strong moral message included.
Thank you for this

Keith

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Original item by d.knape

I read this shocking story yesterday Hugh. Hard to believe that these young lads could commit such a horrific attack. Your poem sums up the story well.

Comment is about An alarming attack (blog)

Original item by hugh

This seems a really thoughtul poem, I really like it. Some really good thoughts in here, making me reflect. I love that to know is to love, and those things that don't turn to dust. Smashing.

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Original item by keith jeffries

Great poem - formed a lovely picture in my mind; I can see this place, and I can feel it, too.

Comment is about Fork In The Road (blog)

Original item by d.knape

John,

Thank you for this. I was particularly drawn to the line "Stones do not record the passing glance or look. Only words do that". So very true.
Thank you for this

Keith

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Original item by John E Marks

Thanks for the likes Stephen and Flavia.

Comment is about Money, Money, Money (blog)

Original item by julie callaghan

The blues, I get them too when we fill our lives with random sex and drugs and rock and roll, is this love or just and excuse for not being alone, I will always hold you through your darkness, even if I'm not with you, I hold your hand, I stroke your forehead, I set you free from your chains, I send spells out into the ether to protect you from war and mayhem xxxx blessed be

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Original item by Vautaw

So when I'm all choked up and I can't find the words, the part of me that's you will never die, I don't want to be just a memory baby, I'm all choked up and I can't find the words, xxx

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Original item by Vautaw

It's 5am, sometimes it's a question of timing when it's right and the universe allows it, doors open and two people embrace again, the bonds are always there my thoughts are with you to dry your tears, I send light to your darkest dreams, God is with you my dear, God is always with you and your ancestors are too xxx

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Xxx

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I'm proud of you, my father's not proud of me either, I'm proud of You and that's all you need to know x

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You are a king amongst men x and your writing is beautiful again x

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Original item by Vautaw

Thank you Kevin and Cathy. You are both very thoughful, sincere and honest. The dark side is essential to all our lives but we should never live in it.

It's really a wonder that I haven't dropped all my ideals, because they seem so absurd and impossible to carry out. Yet I keep them, because in spite of everything, I still believe that people are really good at heart.

Anne Frank, The Diary of a Young Girl

Comment is about September's rain (blog)

Original item by John E Marks

I agree with Kevin, there is a soulful comfort in your poetry even the ones that delve into the dark side. Reminds me of Leonard Cohen, my favorite poet. Don’t worry, you’re on the list too, right beside him!

Comment is about September's rain (blog)

Original item by John E Marks

You make darkness and gloom sound beautiful, almost comforting. Thanks for sharing this wonderful piece of your soul.

Comment is about September's rain (blog)

Original item by John E Marks

And it's a battered old suitcase to a hotel someplace
And a wound that will never heal
No prima donna, the perfume is on
An old shirt that is stained with blood and whiskey
And goodnight to the street sweepers
The night watchman flame keepers and goodnight, Mathilda too

Tom Waits

Comment is about September's rain (blog)

Original item by John E Marks

Thank you John. I am honored. You made my day. Write on my friend. ❤️

Comment is about September's rain (blog)

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Democratically elected, soon to be voted out of office...or perhaps re-elected. Whatever we may think of him we can't argue with democracy.

Comment is about Ode To Trump-Land (blog)

Original item by Stephen Bewick

A wonderful poem revisiting innocence.

Comment is about THE THREE MUSKETEERS (blog)

Original item by MANISHA SAINI

Well Stephen another unique poem from your quill. Enjoyed it.

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Original item by Stephen Gospage

Welcome to Write Out Loud, Sally. Glad that you managed to find your way in!

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