If I was a dictator I’d be scared
Rule by fear and you end up afraid
Stalin purged his rivals and his people
Died alone – to see him no one dared
If I was Putin and saw the West arrayed
With freedom talk and missiles pointing east
I too would feel alarm my spirit frayed
I’d fear the future to say the very least
We are dealing with a man who’s on the edge
Who threatens fierce revenge if we move in
And fighting talk might satisfy a crowd
But more of that would really be a sin
All efforts must be brought to end this war
To offer dialogue start table talk
The table is big enough a lonely man sits there
Be better if we all went for a walk
Brian Fahy
28 April 2022
+ The example of Jesus in meeting with his foes is the great example to follow in all our dealings, personal or international politics. He spoke with everyone who came to him. He argued with many but he never insulted anyone. Those who said dishonest things he never honoured with a reply. His ability to stand his ground and face difficult people is the example we can learn and follow. To stay in possession of your self in the midst of stress and argument is a great grace. Much needed in these difficult times.
Erris Poetry 