Ukraine — A Poem 

By Beth Goldberg

The invasion of Ukraine
Has caused so much devastation and pain.
Attacks on civilians, hospitals and plants,
Inspired by a mad man’s  irrational rants.
Is based on a despot’s distorted desire
To rebuild and reunite the Russian empire.

We must see that this is an attack on Europe and the US,
That causes us and the world distress.
There is distortion of the truth in his accusations,
So we must repel his calculations.
Sanctions and banning all Russian imports
May hopefully bring optimistic reports.

Trapped in shelters with bombs falling,
Why are cease fire and negotiations stalling
As an evil autocrat with nuclear power,
 Makes nations of the world fear and cower
It is our moral duty to help Ukraine,
And end this evil tyrant’s reign.

Beth Goldberg is an award-winning artist whose work has been exhibited in museums and galleries and is part of corporate collections. She holds a masters degrees in guidance and school counseling and in art therapy. A resident of West Hartford she currently serves as vice president of The Emanuel Synagogue Sisterhood.

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