Quid Pro Quo

Quid Pro Quo

A Poem by Bala Gorthi

Life is not a Quid Pro Quo
Nor eye for an eye or a tooth for a tooth.


One happens in business and diplomacy
To follow this is their policy
The other flames the rivalry, feud or enmity
It can't be helped they get it in their legacy.

These two rule the countries and people
Do remember this fact so simple
Progress and development are for nations
Let them take care of it
Family and love are for individuals
Do what is fit.

These rules have invaded our life agenda
Because we take them as a big success funda
But remember, life is not a business in progress
Lack of this clarity puts the humanity in a mess.

All nations' top agendas are in unison
Dismally, human values are in diffusion
And the whole humanity is drowning
In the shallow idiotic abysmal ro
wing.

© 2016 Bala Gorthi


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Very well said indeed Bala.
Nations, no matter how principled they start out are always prone to going down the dark path - sometimes in pure ignorance.
The state is an entity in itself and people will be chewed up and spat out as it does what it does.
The only remedy will be found in the home.
Like antibodies - enough well rared people can reverse a nation's sickness.
Your words are deep and wise

Posted 7 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Bala Gorthi

7 Years Ago

Thank you Tony, for your visit and appreciation.
You are right. It is only in homes that kind.. read more



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Hello Bala, this is a great piece spoken with a strong voice and a wisdom. The world seems to be losing its humanity we put our trust in politicians and corporates too easily. I enjoyed this very much. R xo

Posted 8 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Bala Gorthi

8 Years Ago

Thank you for appreciating this poem.......
I really enjoyed reading this, and to me it sounds like it could be a spoken word poem. It reminded me of a youtuber Prince Ea, if you haven't watched any of his spoken word poetry I highly recommend it.
But anyway, this poem I loved.

Posted 8 Years Ago


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Bala Gorthi

8 Years Ago

Thank you for the review. I don't use Internet much, you tube the least. It is only when someone se.. read more
Your excellent perspective here screams where others whisper. You explain the differences perfectly, of how things are, and of how they should be. The individual is not seen in government or councils, they are seen by other individuals, who should know that we are all only one small part in the cog of the machine, and that no matter how small the cog is, it is there for a reason and will be missed if it isn't working as it should.

Posted 8 Years Ago


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Bala Gorthi

8 Years Ago

Very rightly observed! Thank you for the review. I appreciate the way you read into the poem and int.. read more
Lorry

8 Years Ago

You're very welcome.
oh, my yes...in relationships, there are no deals or bargains...just human touch and feel that leads to love...

it is too bad the world is losing that...we need to pay it forward more often...in love, in business in politics....maybe that would make the world a little bit nicer...

j.

Posted 8 Years Ago


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Bala Gorthi

8 Years Ago

Very true, Jacob! I am particularly depressed to see all that around. Thanks for reading and review.. read more
No, life is not fair. No matter how hard we try to do the right thing, we are not always rewarded in kind. If we do something good for another human being, we must do it because it makes us feel right...not because we think that person will do something good for us in return. Life does not work that way unfortunately. Do good for good's sake....it's that simple. Great philosophy. Lydi**

Posted 8 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Bala Gorthi

8 Years Ago

Thank for the review, Lydia! You have rightly said we should do the right thing.
I am ached t.. read more
This is a very realistic piece. I could not agree with you more on this topic. Cool write, enjoyed it very much.

Posted 8 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Bala Gorthi

8 Years Ago

Thanks Nwang for the review. I am glad that you concur with the view. Keep reading.....:-):-):-)
"Quid pro quo" is a much-used phrase here during this presidential election & it usually has a negative taint in politics. I love the distinction that you make, how this favor-for-a-favor has no place in human relationships. If one can give, one should do so without expecting anything in return. It is my belief that when we give to others, we do get something in return, but it probably won't be what we are expecting. We put something into the universe & the universe will put something into our lives that we need . . . it could be a lesson or a blessing . . . so we need to stop checking the balance sheet & trust the process. Excellent message & creative comparison here! *smile* (((HUGS)))

Posted 8 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Bala Gorthi

8 Years Ago

I totally agree with what you mean here by "we do get something in return". I also believe in that u.. read more
Couldn't agree more.
You echoed my thoughts here. I love the simplicity of this write, Bala.
Quid Pro Quo- A favor for a favor.
Yes, this is mostly seen in political interventions, bilateral trades and diplomatic relations. Their it is a necessity. But applying it in our life values can never be appreciated. Because it depreciates the human values. Unfortunately, these days this is intruding in our relations and friendships as well.
I liked this write, Bala. keep it up :-) :-)


Posted 8 Years Ago


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Bala Gorthi

8 Years Ago

Thank you very much for appreciating this simple poem. I am glad that your views are same. The most.. read more

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