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This is a free verse poem47 total reviews
Comment from Michael Cassar
A free verse poem about a war, or wars America engages in. Being a war time baby under British protection, having lost an aunt to war, I do not claim to be a war lover. You, like an artist with the stroke of a pen itch the frightening images, images real, the Vietnam warriors had to be shine our the WW2 seniors. No they couldn't The war machinery , like the gun lobby are power enough. How many of our children will they sacrifice?
reply by the author on 24-Oct-2022
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A free verse poem about a war, or wars America engages in. Being a war time baby under British protection, having lost an aunt to war, I do not claim to be a war lover. You, like an artist with the stroke of a pen itch the frightening images, images real, the Vietnam warriors had to be shine our the WW2 seniors. No they couldn't The war machinery , like the gun lobby are power enough. How many of our children will they sacrifice?
Comment Written 22-Oct-2022
reply by the author on 24-Oct-2022
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Hello Michael, My late husband's name was Michael. The politicians
declare war, and the youth
fight in these wars. A
horrible shame that their
lives are sacrificed. I appreciate the British soldiers great sacrifice too.
Many blessings to you,
and thank you so much for
the 6 stars.
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Appreciate your poetry and writings. I recently posted a poem
Comment from Boogienights
This is a wonderful tribute you've written about our service men and women. Its hard to believe that when Vietnam vets returned from war they were ostracized and spit on. Thank you for this amazing poem. Best of luck the contest. :)
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This is a wonderful tribute you've written about our service men and women. Its hard to believe that when Vietnam vets returned from war they were ostracized and spit on. Thank you for this amazing poem. Best of luck the contest. :)
Comment Written 22-Oct-2022
reply by the author on 24-Oct-2022
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Hello Boogienights, thank
you for taking the time to
read and review my poem.
Human history is full of its
wars that the youth are sent
to fight. It so hurts my heart
the way many of our
Vietnam veterans were
so poorly treated by their
own countrymen. Thank you
for the 5 stars. Many
blessings to you.
Comment from Katherine M. (k-11)
This is a fine free verse poem, on a powerful subject that arises pity. I find the contest a shame, as in many countries November 11th is the memorial day for all wars. I would have liked to see a broader platform (but that's not your fault. Kate xx
reply by the author on 24-Oct-2022
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This is a fine free verse poem, on a powerful subject that arises pity. I find the contest a shame, as in many countries November 11th is the memorial day for all wars. I would have liked to see a broader platform (but that's not your fault. Kate xx
Comment Written 22-Oct-2022
reply by the author on 24-Oct-2022
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Hello Kate, I appreciate the
great sacrifices of the British
soldiers and their families.
The British are always in my
heart for their contributions.
I remember
Queen Elizabeth and other
royal family members war
contributions too. You're
correct that Veteran's Day/
Remembrance Day should
be observed the world over
on the same day as you
stated. I didn't think of it
until you mentioned it.
Thank you so much,
Kate, for the 5 stars. I really
appreciate it. xx
Comment from Cecilia Lynne1
"Welcome Home" is excellently written. There is never enough gratitude shown to our Veterans who have chosen or have been enlisted to serve their Country.
So many have literally given their lives and others have survived as you have mentioned, never to be the same. I am reflecting upon all the sacrifices made by them as well as their loved ones. May we as humans,especially all of us who are benefiting from such an unselfish dedication to humanity. May we who benefit always seek ways to show appreciate and give back in order to make a difference. Your choice of art is very graphic and appropriate. Font could be a little larger, plus made bold may help to felicitate easier reading.
reply by the author on 24-Oct-2022
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"Welcome Home" is excellently written. There is never enough gratitude shown to our Veterans who have chosen or have been enlisted to serve their Country.
So many have literally given their lives and others have survived as you have mentioned, never to be the same. I am reflecting upon all the sacrifices made by them as well as their loved ones. May we as humans,especially all of us who are benefiting from such an unselfish dedication to humanity. May we who benefit always seek ways to show appreciate and give back in order to make a difference. Your choice of art is very graphic and appropriate. Font could be a little larger, plus made bold may help to felicitate easier reading.
Comment Written 22-Oct-2022
reply by the author on 24-Oct-2022
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Thank you so much,
Cecilia. The politicians declare war and the ones
still in the-bloom of youth
are sent to fight it at such a
great sacrifice. It's such a
tragic shame. Thank you
for the 5 stars, I really
appreciate it. Many blessings
to you.
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Will look forward to more of your sharing. Thank you.
Comment from dragonpoet
Hey Regina,
This is a heartfelt poem that thanks all the veterans of all the wars and is a sort of apology to those who were treated badly on their return. Especially those who came back home after the Vietnam War. It tells of their bravery and service and the horrors of the aftermath, like PTSD. This breaks up families sometimes. It is so sad that so many vets are homeless.
Keep writing and stay healthy
Joan
reply by the author on 24-Oct-2022
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Hey Regina,
This is a heartfelt poem that thanks all the veterans of all the wars and is a sort of apology to those who were treated badly on their return. Especially those who came back home after the Vietnam War. It tells of their bravery and service and the horrors of the aftermath, like PTSD. This breaks up families sometimes. It is so sad that so many vets are homeless.
Keep writing and stay healthy
Joan
Comment Written 22-Oct-2022
reply by the author on 24-Oct-2022
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Thank you, Joan, for taking
the time to read my poem.
We can never pay our
soldiers back enough, but
many Americans give the
various U.S. military charities
a lot of monetary donations
and-volunteering of their
time. It is encouraging.
Thank God the burn pits
legislation was finally passed
to give our Middle East war
veterans much needed
medical care. So many of
our soldiers have passed
away from breathing in
the poisonous burn pits.
It's a terrible shame. Thank
you for the 5 stars, and
many blessings to you.
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You're welcome, Regina. It is sad they had to wait so long to get help; Maybe some of them would have lived if they were cared for right away.
Joan
Comment from Michael Ludwinder
I thought your entire poem was perfect. But the first stanza stood out to me. I liked how it was personal and you shared a moment in your life. But loved your poem and the respect it shows our veterans. Well done!
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I thought your entire poem was perfect. But the first stanza stood out to me. I liked how it was personal and you shared a moment in your life. But loved your poem and the respect it shows our veterans. Well done!
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Comment Written 22-Oct-2022
reply by the author on 24-Oct-2022
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Thank you so much,
Michael for taking the time
to read and review my poem
on this extremely important
subject of our soldiers
great sacrifices. War is such
a destroyer of young life.
Thank you for the 5 stars.
Many blessings to you
Comment from Bill Schott
This free verse, Welcome Home, is a sad and celebratory poem which reminds the readers of what sacrifice looks like. Some gave all on the front lines, while other returned with conflict engraved on their souls like an epitaph. Brotherhood knows no greater form than that experienced by warriors who fight for a purpose and each other. I owe you a six, Regina.
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This free verse, Welcome Home, is a sad and celebratory poem which reminds the readers of what sacrifice looks like. Some gave all on the front lines, while other returned with conflict engraved on their souls like an epitaph. Brotherhood knows no greater form than that experienced by warriors who fight for a purpose and each other. I owe you a six, Regina.
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Comment Written 22-Oct-2022
reply by the author on 24-Oct-2022
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Thank you so much, Bill.
And now, my turn to
thank you for your bravery in
serving in Desert Storm.
It is very much appreciated
and thought of. Many
blessings to you and your
family. ~