Why Destroy Old Glory Too?
You've already corrupted the USA27 total reviews
Comment from Janet Foor
Well written poem on Our America. I agree with all your sentiments. God does have an answer to these troubled times.
2 Chronicles 7:14 "If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land." King James Version (KJV)
Sadly, I think we have a way to go..
Well done and good luck.
Blessings
Janet
reply by the author on 26-Jul-2022
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Well written poem on Our America. I agree with all your sentiments. God does have an answer to these troubled times.
2 Chronicles 7:14 "If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land." King James Version (KJV)
Sadly, I think we have a way to go..
Well done and good luck.
Blessings
Janet
Comment Written 25-Jul-2022
reply by the author on 26-Jul-2022
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Oh Janet, that it one of my favorite Bible verses. It reminds of the Revival in the Fall of 2020, called The Return, with Jonathan Cahn. Where be begs America to repent and Return to Christ before it's too late. Even President Trump was there. It was amazing. Anyway thank you for such a lovely review and words. They are so appreciated my dear friend.
Comment from Paul McFarland
The poem does not read smoothly, but the content deserves six stars. I am getting along in years, so I don't know if I will live long enough to see our country in the same light that I did fifty years ago. What's going on now makes me sick.
reply by the author on 25-Jul-2022
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The poem does not read smoothly, but the content deserves six stars. I am getting along in years, so I don't know if I will live long enough to see our country in the same light that I did fifty years ago. What's going on now makes me sick.
Comment Written 25-Jul-2022
reply by the author on 25-Jul-2022
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Thank you so much Paul, I truly appreciate the kind review and your generous six stars! I invite you to read one more time because I didn't add this before because others said it was smooth, but the whole time I was writing it, I couldn't get the song, it's Hard to be Humble by Mac Davis, out of my head so that's the rhythm that keeps it smooth. Thanks again Paul!
Comment from Aussie
Firstly, I'm not American. That flag is dreadful, when something has flown in the wind for so many years, why change it? Who's idea was it anyway?
Your country is not the only one to be suffering, cost of living is !01% more here. Our petrol is not as expensive as yours but...Evil rules the world now, Satan's time will come but will we last that long? God has been forgotten. For the most, what we can't see, doesn't exist. Love the Lord. K xx
reply by the author on 25-Jul-2022
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Firstly, I'm not American. That flag is dreadful, when something has flown in the wind for so many years, why change it? Who's idea was it anyway?
Your country is not the only one to be suffering, cost of living is !01% more here. Our petrol is not as expensive as yours but...Evil rules the world now, Satan's time will come but will we last that long? God has been forgotten. For the most, what we can't see, doesn't exist. Love the Lord. K xx
Comment Written 25-Jul-2022
reply by the author on 25-Jul-2022
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Amen girl friend! It's a scary existence that such evil can take over a nation.
But all we can do is pray. But I do thank you so much for the lovely review and kind words. And I truly appreciate your generous gift of six stars. You are so very sweet Aussie!
Comment from Fleedleflump
I have a slightly different location, being in the UK, but I have to say I've worked for the government for more than two decades and never met any team organised enough to run a conspiracy or a coordinated price rise (never mind anything more sinister). I'm far more inclined to believe in incompetence.
I love the strength of your position, and totally agree that we seem to have lost some values that would certainly be helpful. Your belief soaks your work, and I was swept along by it.
Mike
reply by the author on 25-Jul-2022
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I have a slightly different location, being in the UK, but I have to say I've worked for the government for more than two decades and never met any team organised enough to run a conspiracy or a coordinated price rise (never mind anything more sinister). I'm far more inclined to believe in incompetence.
I love the strength of your position, and totally agree that we seem to have lost some values that would certainly be helpful. Your belief soaks your work, and I was swept along by it.
Mike
Comment Written 25-Jul-2022
reply by the author on 25-Jul-2022
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Mike you are so sweet and respectful even when you disagree.
Our friend who works as a professional politics analysis who has been predicting things and watching crooked dealings since the Obama administration was in has lots of proof about him, Hilary Clinton and Biden. Actually everything he has said so far has happened and now we know that Biden is in deep with Tesla. And china. They've been all called out on crooked dealings and just this week they found out that Nancy pelosi was giving her husband confidential information that he was using to buy stocks. That was even on the news. So I'm quoting a man that everything he said a couple years ago is happening. I don't believe in coincidence.
And whether we agree or disagree on some parts, it's quite obvious that our president is bringing us down fast. Thanks tho Mike for your kind review,
Comment from jake cosmos aller
While I disagree with all of your points, you expressed them well. And in a semi-formal style to boot. We could engage in a debate about your many complaints, but I will not go there other than to say I enjoyed your poem despite disagreeing with your basic points.
reply by the author on 24-Jul-2022
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While I disagree with all of your points, you expressed them well. And in a semi-formal style to boot. We could engage in a debate about your many complaints, but I will not go there other than to say I enjoyed your poem despite disagreeing with your basic points.
Comment Written 24-Jul-2022
reply by the author on 24-Jul-2022
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That's ok Jake. It would be a pretty boring world if we all agreed on everything. As long as you graded the paper on the poem and not on whether you agreed or not. The prompt said to not hold back on our feelings or that it could be exaggerated. So I am just happy that you read it my friend.
I do appreciate it!
Comment from dragonpoet
A lot of people probably agree with the sentiments stated in the poem of mono rhyme quatrains. It seems the devil is controlling a lot of people. If we could all just tell the truth and find a way to get things shipped and stocked in stores in the correct amount then prices would return to normal.
The meaning of or flag is lost if they change it. They don't even let it have the 50 stars for the 50 states.
Keep writing and stay healthy
Good luck in the contest.
Joan
reply by the author on 24-Jul-2022
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A lot of people probably agree with the sentiments stated in the poem of mono rhyme quatrains. It seems the devil is controlling a lot of people. If we could all just tell the truth and find a way to get things shipped and stocked in stores in the correct amount then prices would return to normal.
The meaning of or flag is lost if they change it. They don't even let it have the 50 stars for the 50 states.
Keep writing and stay healthy
Good luck in the contest.
Joan
Comment Written 24-Jul-2022
reply by the author on 24-Jul-2022
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Joan, you are such a gracious and beautiful woman and friend. I love the respectful review, even if the views aren't the same for both of us. You are so special and one classy woman. I just can't thank you enough for that. I also appreciate the kind comments and we both obviously agree that Old Glory should not be touched. Thanks again my dear friend.
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Thanks for the compliment, friend, and you?ve very welcome.
Joan
Comment from Jannypan (Jan)
Hopefully, Ol' Glory will last forever. To change it only shows
the stupidity of those who believe they are the only right. They
seem to forget the history of our nation and flag that allows them
to speak out. However, there is a limit, and this one shouldn't even
be considered. Do they really believe changing the flag will erase
our shared history? No, they don't think, they only complain about
things they have no clue. You did a great job. Your examples
all highlight the fact that many people have more idle time than sense
and can be easily swayed because of their ignorance. Your lines flow
smoothly and create good, but sad, imagery. Kicking God out of the
schools was a major downfall and has been seen so ever since. The
disrespect to our flag is atrocious. Those who dislike it should move
to China, NKorea, or Iran and see how they fare.
Thanks for sharing and best wishes in the contest, Jan
reply by the author on 24-Jul-2022
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Hopefully, Ol' Glory will last forever. To change it only shows
the stupidity of those who believe they are the only right. They
seem to forget the history of our nation and flag that allows them
to speak out. However, there is a limit, and this one shouldn't even
be considered. Do they really believe changing the flag will erase
our shared history? No, they don't think, they only complain about
things they have no clue. You did a great job. Your examples
all highlight the fact that many people have more idle time than sense
and can be easily swayed because of their ignorance. Your lines flow
smoothly and create good, but sad, imagery. Kicking God out of the
schools was a major downfall and has been seen so ever since. The
disrespect to our flag is atrocious. Those who dislike it should move
to China, NKorea, or Iran and see how they fare.
Thanks for sharing and best wishes in the contest, Jan
Comment Written 24-Jul-2022
reply by the author on 24-Jul-2022
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Thanks again Jan, as I truly appreciate the wonderful review, kind words and your gracious six stars. I can't express how much they all mean to me. Debi
Comment from Tom Horonzy
Very well stated, and like the frog placed in tepid waters but with the temperature being increased slowly the comfortable frog slowly cooks until a platter of frog legs is presented to the diners.
reply by the author on 24-Jul-2022
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Very well stated, and like the frog placed in tepid waters but with the temperature being increased slowly the comfortable frog slowly cooks until a platter of frog legs is presented to the diners.
Comment Written 24-Jul-2022
reply by the author on 24-Jul-2022
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Hahaha, Tom, good one and you are at your best this morning. Thanks for the awesome review. I just changed a few parts explaining the picture and adding tears to National Anthem. I know you too can relate. Thanks again!
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I try
Comment from Boogienights
I agree with this well written poem. We used to be proud of our country and flag...what happened? We have to all get on the same page and fix this before it's too late. Best of luck in the contest.
reply by the author on 24-Jul-2022
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I agree with this well written poem. We used to be proud of our country and flag...what happened? We have to all get on the same page and fix this before it's too late. Best of luck in the contest.
Comment Written 24-Jul-2022
reply by the author on 24-Jul-2022
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Thank you so much my friend. I know I might have been a little over the top with my view of where our country is at, but the prompt said to not hold back and I always try to follow the rules. hehe! I really thought that I would have some opposition on this piece, but I think everyone is as fed up and worried about the future of our country since Biden took over. I boycotted the news a couple years ago, because I can't even stand to see his face or listen to his voice, or hear the negativity of other stuff going on in the world. Thank you so much for your lovely review and your very kind comments my friend.
Comment from LateBloomer
Author, your poem sings with truth, and what you speak of are things that the average working man talks about at their dinner table each and every night. Respect for our Flag is gone. I don't even think that the children Pledge the Flag at school. Our Forefathers are crying in their graves. God is being eliminated everywhere that Man allows him to be erased, but God can never be erased from our hearts and minds. It is true, the Middle Class is being eliminated in the USA. The young people don't want to work. They want to live off Mom and Dad, and the Government Cheese programs. We have created a lazy generation with no desires or get-up and go. News Flash--It's time to get off the couch. It's time to leave the coffee shops. BTW, Starbucks are closing. The hangout joints have lost. Take a hint. Get a job.
Of special note:
give our grandkids the same chance we had
(Author, I look into the eyes of my grandchildren, and I wonder if there will be a place or a job for them when they are grown. Will they enjoy the Freedoms that we have known?)
Our Flag stands for a lot. It is important. It is/was the envy of the World.
Americans need to wake up before it is too late.
Powerful writing. Well done. As this is a contest entry, I wish you good luck. LateBloomer
reply by the author on 24-Jul-2022
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Author, your poem sings with truth, and what you speak of are things that the average working man talks about at their dinner table each and every night. Respect for our Flag is gone. I don't even think that the children Pledge the Flag at school. Our Forefathers are crying in their graves. God is being eliminated everywhere that Man allows him to be erased, but God can never be erased from our hearts and minds. It is true, the Middle Class is being eliminated in the USA. The young people don't want to work. They want to live off Mom and Dad, and the Government Cheese programs. We have created a lazy generation with no desires or get-up and go. News Flash--It's time to get off the couch. It's time to leave the coffee shops. BTW, Starbucks are closing. The hangout joints have lost. Take a hint. Get a job.
Of special note:
give our grandkids the same chance we had
(Author, I look into the eyes of my grandchildren, and I wonder if there will be a place or a job for them when they are grown. Will they enjoy the Freedoms that we have known?)
Our Flag stands for a lot. It is important. It is/was the envy of the World.
Americans need to wake up before it is too late.
Powerful writing. Well done. As this is a contest entry, I wish you good luck. LateBloomer
Comment Written 24-Jul-2022
reply by the author on 24-Jul-2022
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Thank you so very much Margaret. I appreciate it so much. You know how they always say to keep going back to a poem to change and now it's how I want it, as I explain the title and the picture, and a few other parts. However I'm so thrilled my friend for the lovely review words and the very gracious gift of six stars. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!
