RESIDUE OF WAR
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Comment from prodigal
This was a very well written, free flowing poem. I loved the sentiment behind it. That is one of the saddest things about war. I remember leaving my young wife behind. Well done! - Sam
reply by the author on 23-Feb-2009
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This was a very well written, free flowing poem. I loved the sentiment behind it. That is one of the saddest things about war. I remember leaving my young wife behind. Well done! - Sam
Comment Written 23-Feb-2009
reply by the author on 23-Feb-2009
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Thank you very much sanstone 1977 xoxoxoxoxxoxo
Comment from amada
This is a heartbreaking story, it happens to many, so many persons in real life. Your words show a great sense of compassion for the grieving ones.
reply by the author on 23-Feb-2009
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This is a heartbreaking story, it happens to many, so many persons in real life. Your words show a great sense of compassion for the grieving ones.
Comment Written 23-Feb-2009
reply by the author on 23-Feb-2009
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Thank you very much amada. Lucky for me, this poem was written from the vantage point of one who can only imagine what this may feel like .. xoxoxoxoxoxoxo
Comment from fictionwriter
Having a soldier of my own these poems really hurt. It is hard to think of those who don't make it home and to know it could be yours next. Great job.
reply by the author on 23-Feb-2009
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Having a soldier of my own these poems really hurt. It is hard to think of those who don't make it home and to know it could be yours next. Great job.
Comment Written 23-Feb-2009
reply by the author on 23-Feb-2009
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Thank you very much fictionwriter; I wish your soldier a safe return and you comfort and peace during this difficult time xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxxoxoxo
Comment from debskatz
Hey alpaca lady,
Such a sweet, & poignant poem. I'm assuming this didn't actually happen to you, but I know it's happened to others, way too many others.
Thank you for sharing this lovely poem with us.
smiles,
deb
reply by the author on 23-Feb-2009
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Hey alpaca lady,
Such a sweet, & poignant poem. I'm assuming this didn't actually happen to you, but I know it's happened to others, way too many others.
Thank you for sharing this lovely poem with us.
smiles,
deb
Comment Written 23-Feb-2009
reply by the author on 23-Feb-2009
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No, didn't happen to me, but you hear of it happening all too often, right through history and the current day. I'm glad you enjoyed this and appreciate your comments very much indeed xoxoxoxoxxoxoxoxo
Comment from sherrygreywolf
Your poem is a poignant reminder that this is a sad reality for many of our soldier's wives. Well- written, with vivid pictures of the lonely seasons since his departure and the beauty of the newborn. I didn't see anything that needed correcting or changing.
great work - sherry
reply by the author on 23-Feb-2009
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Your poem is a poignant reminder that this is a sad reality for many of our soldier's wives. Well- written, with vivid pictures of the lonely seasons since his departure and the beauty of the newborn. I didn't see anything that needed correcting or changing.
great work - sherry
Comment Written 23-Feb-2009
reply by the author on 23-Feb-2009
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Thank you very much indeed sherry xoxoxoxxoxoxoxo
Comment from earthlybeing
A beautifully sad write. It is such a reality today that is makes it even more heart breaking. Great flow and words and very easy to feel. Thanks, Jeanette
reply by the author on 23-Feb-2009
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A beautifully sad write. It is such a reality today that is makes it even more heart breaking. Great flow and words and very easy to feel. Thanks, Jeanette
Comment Written 23-Feb-2009
reply by the author on 23-Feb-2009
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As always, thank you so much Jeanette! xoxoxoxoxxoxoxoxo
Comment from Wendyanne
Wow this certainly brought tears to my eyes. It is so beautiful and so sad. The imagery is excellent throughout. Truly, truly lovely!
reply by the author on 23-Feb-2009
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Wow this certainly brought tears to my eyes. It is so beautiful and so sad. The imagery is excellent throughout. Truly, truly lovely!
Comment Written 23-Feb-2009
reply by the author on 23-Feb-2009
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Thank you very much Wendyanne; I'm very glad you enjoyed this xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo
Comment from Gramma Kathy
This is beautiful and heart-breakingly sad. I have tears in my eyes as I write this.
I hope this poem is fictional for you, but I know that for too many it is true. You have expressed perfectly the hope, fear, and sorrow of waiting for one who cannot return from duty.
This is truly expectional. My six stars are yours.
reply by the author on 23-Feb-2009
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This is beautiful and heart-breakingly sad. I have tears in my eyes as I write this.
I hope this poem is fictional for you, but I know that for too many it is true. You have expressed perfectly the hope, fear, and sorrow of waiting for one who cannot return from duty.
This is truly expectional. My six stars are yours.
Comment Written 23-Feb-2009
reply by the author on 23-Feb-2009
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It is fictional and I thank my lucky stars it is as my husband fought in Iraq in 2004. I can only imagine how it would feel to lose your partner and the father of your child ...
I truly appreciate your review and six stars, so thank you very much indeed Gramma Kathy xoxoxoxoxoxoxo
Comment from P1
chris, this gave me goose bumps, gave me shivers put a lump firmly in my throat, it is so well written and oh so true unfortunately for so many. a baby born with out her dad, a mom without her mate...you told it so well.it was a sad yet a neccessary read to once again enforce the other
side of war. hugs lynda
reply by the author on 23-Feb-2009
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chris, this gave me goose bumps, gave me shivers put a lump firmly in my throat, it is so well written and oh so true unfortunately for so many. a baby born with out her dad, a mom without her mate...you told it so well.it was a sad yet a neccessary read to once again enforce the other
side of war. hugs lynda
Comment Written 23-Feb-2009
reply by the author on 23-Feb-2009
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Thank you very much indeed Lynda! xoxoxoxoxoxxo
Comment from carolm5415
A story that goes on and on through the annals of time. When will it end? War goes on forever and we don't seem to be able to learn that it is pointless. An excellent free verse poem.
reply by the author on 23-Feb-2009
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A story that goes on and on through the annals of time. When will it end? War goes on forever and we don't seem to be able to learn that it is pointless. An excellent free verse poem.
Comment Written 23-Feb-2009
reply by the author on 23-Feb-2009
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We seem to have almost accepted wars as being a necessary evil - the only way to solve world issues. One day though, sense will prevail, of that I'm sure - but just don't know if we'll see it in this life!
Thanks so much as always my friend, for a wonderful review xoxoxoxoxxo