Comment from Aiona

Excellent

This is a poignant haiku with a message about nature. It's got the 5-7-5 syllable requirement. I saw one typo though. "Banksy" is misspelled as "Bansky."

 Comment Written 19-Aug-2024

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reply by the author on 20-Aug-2024

I just woke up and read your post.

First off thank you for pointing out the typo.

Off late, I have noticed that I switch or misplace certain letters,
maybe, it's a sign I'm getting old.

We certainly need to start respecting Mother Nature more.

If you watched the video, I thought the message Banksy's wanted to convey with the nine pieces of artwork was far deeper than what the expert concluded.

Comment from SimianSavant

Excellent

That's right. And someday, a gorilla will be President of America. Vote for Harambe in November. He's got a plan that's gonna fix EVERYTHING.

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 Comment Written 19-Aug-2024

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reply by the author on 22-Aug-2024

While both Trump and Harris waste time trashing each other.
those two madmen, Zelensky (who stopped being President of Ukraine in May, when his 5-year mandate ended) and Netanyahu are doing their best to start WW3.

Despite their incredible strength, gorillas are shy beings but a silver back will not hesitate to protect his family.

Trump and Harris both seek foremost POWER and then come the people.

I vote for Harambe!

reply by SimianSavant on 22-Aug-2024

#&129505;#&129421;🧡

This is what BBC has to say about the Ukraine election. I'm just curious to hear the counterpoint -- if Ukraine had an election how, how would they do it in a way that everyone can safely participate, and without Russia interfering?

reply by SimianSavant on 22-Aug-2024

Oops that was supposed to read as:
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reply by the author on 22-Aug-2024

Ciao Harambe ! 🙂

I sent you a PM with my line of thought.

🍌 🦍

Comment from Sarah Sandison

Exceptional

Love this so much. So few words but with a very important message that not many will understand. Well done. I think Banksy always is trying to send a message. Well done :)

 Comment Written 19-Aug-2024

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reply by the author on 19-Aug-2024

I thought it was a no-brainer but you are right.

The first reviewer wrote:I guess animals do have rights.

With this last artwork, his message is now clear.

I'm glad my wee poem touched your heart.

Comment from Barry Penfold

Excellent

Interesting. Appears to meet the contest requirements. I guess the animals do have rights. Thanks for sharing and all the best in the contest. Take care and have a good day.
Regards
Barry Penfold.

 Comment Written 19-Aug-2024

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reply by the author on 19-Aug-2024

Yes animals have rights.

We should respect them as they too are sensitive, emotional and intelligent beings and they deserve our respect.

They deserve to live lives without suffering.

They should not be mistreated (beaten, left hungry and thirsty, mutilated, hunted for sport, used for dog fighting, cock fighting etc)

They should not be exploited (caged, drugged, given hormones to grow faster to increase milk production, or killed for their ivory use in Chinese traditional medicine as 20 million seahorses, left to dry alive in the sun ) no wonder seahorses are high on the endangered list.

Wild animals should not be confined in cages, or zoos where they suffer stress and anxiety.

There is so much more to say but I think I made my point.

Take care!

reply by Barry Penfold on 19-Aug-2024

You have. I respect your views.

reply by the author on 19-Aug-2024

Oopppsss, I forgot to add per year, 20 million seahorses per year are killed for the Chinese traditional medicine ..

Our cruelty has no limits.

Stay safe ! 🍀