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Celebrate “International Peace Day” every day… “Peace Comes Walking” (Poem by Bette A. Stevens)

Aside

The United Nations’ (UN) International Day of Peace (World Peace Day) is celebrated on September 21 each year to recognize the efforts of those who have worked hard to end conflict and promote peace. I believe that the power to promote world peace lies within each of us. Together, we can transform the world! ~Bette A. Stevens

 

“It is time all nations and all people live up to the words of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, which recognizes the inherent dignity and equal and inalienable rights of all members of the human race. 2019 marks the 71st anniversary of that landmark document.” — United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres

Find out more about International Peace Day http://www.un.org/en/events/peaceday/resources.shtml

Peace Comes Walking

Extended hands
Encouraging words
Step by step
Peace comes walking

Welcoming smiles
Listening ears
Step by step
Peace comes walking

Compassionate eyes
Forgiving hearts
Step by step
Peace comes walking

© Bette A. Stevens, Maine author

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on 09/19/2019

Comments on: "Celebrate “International Peace Day” every day… “Peace Comes Walking” (Poem by Bette A. Stevens)" (48)

  1. Janet Givens said:
    09/19/2019 at 8:58 am

    Lovely. I shall share to my Facebook Page this Saturday.

    Liked by 1 person

  2. Natalie Ducey said:
    09/19/2019 at 9:56 am

    Beautiful piece, Bette. Thanks for sharing and shining the light! XO

    Liked by 1 person

  3. Jill Weatherholt said:
    09/19/2019 at 10:54 am

    Beautiful, Bette! ❤️

    Liked by 1 person

  4. balroop2013 said:
    09/19/2019 at 11:30 am

    So true Bette, peace begins from each loving and forgiving heart. Beautifully penned! Thanks for the reminder.

    Liked by 1 person

  5. robbiesinspiration said:
    09/19/2019 at 11:36 am

    This is a great poem, Bette.

    Liked by 1 person

  6. Jen Goldie said:
    09/19/2019 at 11:53 am

    Perfectly penned my friend 💜🌼

    Like

  7. delphini510 said:
    09/19/2019 at 11:55 am

    Wonderful Bette, you are so right. It is through each individual on the planet that total peace can happen.

    Miriam

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  8. Rosaliene Bacchus said:
    09/19/2019 at 1:26 pm

    Tragically for our species, in a world dominated by warlord, “peace comes walking” but rarely finds a home among us.

    Liked by 1 person

  9. D. Wallace Peach said:
    09/19/2019 at 3:34 pm

    A beautiful poem, Bette. I too believe we call all contribute to peace in the world. ❤

    Liked by 1 person

  10. D.L. Finn, Author said:
    09/20/2019 at 1:15 am

    Beautifully said, Bette! Happy International Day of Peace:)

    Liked by 1 person

  11. Annette Rochelle Aben said:
    09/20/2019 at 2:43 am

    Peace be with you

    Liked by 1 person

  12. Norah said:
    09/20/2019 at 7:58 am

    This is a fabulous poem, Bette. I love its message.

    Liked by 1 person

  13. -Eugenia said:
    09/20/2019 at 9:27 am

    Beautiful piece, Bette. Peace and light! ❤️

    Liked by 1 person

  14. Jina Bazzar said:
    09/20/2019 at 1:31 pm

    That’s a great piece, Bette. If half the world came together for peace, our world would be a greater place. But you’re right, step by step, one day we’ll get there.

    Liked by 1 person

  15. Jan Sikes said:
    09/20/2019 at 4:08 pm

    A beautiful expression, Bette!!!

    Liked by 1 person

  16. Carol A. Hand said:
    09/20/2019 at 7:55 pm

    Absolutely beautiful, Bette! 💜

    Liked by 1 person

  17. FreeSpirit said:
    09/21/2019 at 2:52 am

    Excellent article Bette, we need more reminders.

    Liked by 1 person

  18. Kymber said:
    09/21/2019 at 8:12 am

    This is beautifully written.

    Liked by 1 person

  19. Jennie said:
    09/21/2019 at 8:27 am

    Wonderful, Bette!

    Liked by 1 person

  21. dgkaye said:
    09/22/2019 at 9:16 pm

    Beautiful Bette. Happy to share the message. 🙂 x

    Like

  22. macjam47 said:
    09/25/2019 at 11:29 am

    A beautiful poem, Bette. We certainly need to spread the message of goodness, compassion, and peace all over the world. There are too many who have forgotten the highest standards of humanity. Love and hugs, dear friend.

    Liked by 1 person

  23. usfman said:
    10/26/2019 at 1:39 pm

    I seem to know several of your blog followers through my blog. Looking at your poems, I

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  24. usfman said:
    10/26/2019 at 1:44 pm

    I seem to know several of your blog followers through my blog. Looking at your poems, I like the colorful visual framing of each poem. As a former reading teacher, thank you for inspiring children through literacy. .

    I

    Liked by 1 person

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