Poem: No More War by Dodie Stevens

 

No More War

There’s not enough love in the world,

And there’s way too much hate.

Love, respect, and acceptance

Can make it all go away.

 

When will we live in peace?

When will there be no war?

When will all this hate

Forever be no more?

 

We need to come together,

And stop all this fighting.

We were born to be loving

And not for despising.

 

We are all so different,

But we were made to be that way.

Everyone is unique.

Nothing and no one is the same.

 

There’s got to be a better way,

‘Cause war is good for nothin’.

The only thing it brings is…

Death and destruction.

 

No more war!

No more hate!

We need more love!

In the world today!

 

© 2024 Dodie Stevens

Dodie Stevens had the 1959 hit and million-selling record “Pink Shoe Laces.” She was 12 years old when she recorded this and turned 13 when the song became a hit. She has had several hits on the Billboard charts. Also in 1959, she co-starred in the movie Hound-Dog Man with Fabian. She also appeared in the 1962 movie Convicts IV with Ben Gazzara, Vincent Price, and Sammy Davis Jr.

Dodie is still writing songs, singing, and performing. Dodie and her daughter, Stephanie, have toured the states delighting audiences with the “oldies” people have enjoyed for years.

Dodie’s latest project is AFFIRMASONG, which consists of motivational and inspirational music. All the songs have positive, encouraging messages, written by Dodie. The music reflects how the power of the mind, using positive thoughts and words, can transform your life. Dodie has partnered with her daughter, Stephanie, and together they created this inspiring music that appeals to all ages. It is designed to instill confidence, optimism, and an overall sense of peace and well-being. These fun, uplifting songs will make you feel happier, healthier, and more empowered to overcome your challenges…to be a winner in the game of life!

Dodie, a peace activist, wrote the song “When?” after learning about the Terror Attacks in Paris in 2015. The new video can be found here: https://youtu.be/-yRccpf5N7k and in the original post in March 8, 2016, on this website.