Poems and Thoughts    by Frank Maurer

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Our relations with world events. Dear Arthur, We have known each other, off and on, for many years. When I was talking with you about insects in the diet, You became flustered and suggested we only email each other. (My research determines that at least grasshoppers are acceptable.) I replied that I would not have such a relationship and we must wait. We had a pause and then the Gaza crisis occured. I am heartbroken that this is happening. As a Jew, I am quite sure you constantly have lived a defensive life. (You have told me several incidences of such in your life.) I have therefore stopped communicating to lessen your anguish. Whenever all this is resolved, we might continue. I am sure my interpretation of history and events are different from yours-- You have already countered me on such. No matter what our opinions or interpretations are, You and I will not change any of the unfolding terrible events. But, better, to argue or avoid the subject in silence-- Both would be painful and therefore silence is best at present. There may come a time when this might change. In the meantime, we must, each in our own way, Simply suffer during this horrible man-made catastrophe. Be as well as is possible. Frank. Frank Maurer 23 March 2024 1835 Hours.