Folded Flag
a six word poem24 total reviews
Comment from lyenochka
What a super way to describe that heart-wrenching event! I don't know how I missed this poem but I'm so happy that you placed in this contest. The six words tell a moving story!
reply by the author on 16-Mar-2023
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What a super way to describe that heart-wrenching event! I don't know how I missed this poem but I'm so happy that you placed in this contest. The six words tell a moving story!
Comment Written 16-Mar-2023
reply by the author on 16-Mar-2023
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Hello Helen. Thank you, sweet friend, for your wonderful words... you always know the perfect thing to say. I would love to write more often ~ and review too, but have recently taken on the leadership of our church's Women's Ministry, plus President of the local Garden Club. I'm mentally swamped. Please remember me in your prayers. Thanks again.
Melissa
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Okay! Good to know you are busy doing wonderful things that God has equipped you to do. Please don't overdo but delegate when you can. 💖🙏
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Hello Helen. Thank you, sweet friend, for your wonderful words... you always know the perfect thing to say. I would love to write more often ~ and review too, but have recently taken on the leadership of our church's Women's Ministry, plus President of the local Garden Club. I'm mentally swamped. Please remember me in your prayers. Thanks again.
Melissa
Comment from PoemsOfDD
This is a fine entry for the six word poem contest. With minimal words the statement is impactful and to carry it over the line - a very emotional picture. All very impressive.
reply by the author on 18-Jan-2023
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This is a fine entry for the six word poem contest. With minimal words the statement is impactful and to carry it over the line - a very emotional picture. All very impressive.
Comment Written 12-Jan-2023
reply by the author on 18-Jan-2023
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Thanks so much DD.
Melissa
Comment from Cindy Decker 2
Melissa,
This is an exceptional poem. Your photo is touching and is worth a thousand words.
Your six words are powerful.
Nice work.
I'm sorry I'm sometimes late in reviewing, Melissa. I can still walk but am crippled up with chronic pain (arthritis) in the winter. It's so difficult to review and write with pain sometimes.
Have a great 2023!
Blessings,
Cindy
reply by the author on 11-Jan-2023
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Melissa,
This is an exceptional poem. Your photo is touching and is worth a thousand words.
Your six words are powerful.
Nice work.
I'm sorry I'm sometimes late in reviewing, Melissa. I can still walk but am crippled up with chronic pain (arthritis) in the winter. It's so difficult to review and write with pain sometimes.
Have a great 2023!
Blessings,
Cindy
Comment Written 10-Jan-2023
reply by the author on 11-Jan-2023
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Thank you Cindy. I appreciate you and all of the effort you give to review with the painful hands. Bless you!!
Melissa
Comment from Shirley E Kennedy
A powerful six word poem with a very emotive image to clarify the meaning,
All to often this image replays around the world.
Thanks for drawing attention to an issue which so often goes unseen.
Blessings
Shirley
reply by the author on 11-Jan-2023
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A powerful six word poem with a very emotive image to clarify the meaning,
All to often this image replays around the world.
Thanks for drawing attention to an issue which so often goes unseen.
Blessings
Shirley
Comment Written 10-Jan-2023
reply by the author on 11-Jan-2023
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Thank you very much, Shirley!! So appreciate your thoughts on this short verse!
Melissa
Comment from Rachelle Allen
Ugh. One of the saddest --yet most memorable and awe-inspiring-- of all traditions I have ever witnessed. You managed to capture it all in just six words. Now THAT's talent, Melissa. Plus, this picture you found to accentuate your perfect poem is equally excruciating. You never cease to captivate me with your talent --no hyperbole. Everything you write makes me feel.
reply by the author on 11-Jan-2023
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Ugh. One of the saddest --yet most memorable and awe-inspiring-- of all traditions I have ever witnessed. You managed to capture it all in just six words. Now THAT's talent, Melissa. Plus, this picture you found to accentuate your perfect poem is equally excruciating. You never cease to captivate me with your talent --no hyperbole. Everything you write makes me feel.
Comment Written 08-Jan-2023
reply by the author on 11-Jan-2023
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Thank you. This one resonated with me too. Six words is such a challenge! Hugs, Rachelle.
Melissa
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Haha. Did you do that on purpose? This one resonated with me, too (6 words) Six words is such a challenge (6 words). Xo
Comment from Cherish Adams
Powerful. Those six words hit a person in the chest. The picture seals the deal and brings it home. Many have experienced what you've written. Thought provoking and humbling. Well done.
reply by the author on 11-Jan-2023
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Powerful. Those six words hit a person in the chest. The picture seals the deal and brings it home. Many have experienced what you've written. Thought provoking and humbling. Well done.
Comment Written 08-Jan-2023
reply by the author on 11-Jan-2023
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Thank you Cherish!!
Melissa
Comment from judiverse
This is very emotional. We feel for the relatives who lose a loved one in times of war. The flag symbolizes their loss. Touching picture. You might want to go with a present tense verb. Your sentence, despite the powerful thought, seems incomplete. Best of luck in the contest. judi
reply by the author on 18-Jan-2023
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This is very emotional. We feel for the relatives who lose a loved one in times of war. The flag symbolizes their loss. Touching picture. You might want to go with a present tense verb. Your sentence, despite the powerful thought, seems incomplete. Best of luck in the contest. judi
Comment Written 07-Jan-2023
reply by the author on 18-Jan-2023
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Thanks so much, Judi!!
Melissa
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You're very welcome. judi
Comment from Bill Schott
This six-word poem, New Flag, has the proper word count and shows the readers a brief glimpse of sacrifice, loss, and suffering which is part of the military way of life.
reply by the author on 18-Jan-2023
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This six-word poem, New Flag, has the proper word count and shows the readers a brief glimpse of sacrifice, loss, and suffering which is part of the military way of life.
Comment Written 07-Jan-2023
reply by the author on 18-Jan-2023
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Thanks so much, Bill.
Melissa
Comment from Sherry SG
Wow, I was moved by these 6 words. Such moving image and imagery, I instantly got the message you were conveying even though I am not American or familiar with these traditions, I have seen and read enough American TV and movies to recognize the subject matter you have portrayed.
Pithy and perfect. You have my last 6 stars of the week.
reply by the author on 18-Jan-2023
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Wow, I was moved by these 6 words. Such moving image and imagery, I instantly got the message you were conveying even though I am not American or familiar with these traditions, I have seen and read enough American TV and movies to recognize the subject matter you have portrayed.
Pithy and perfect. You have my last 6 stars of the week.
Comment Written 06-Jan-2023
reply by the author on 18-Jan-2023
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Thanks so very much, Sherry!!!
Melissa
Comment from Pantygynt
This business with the flag, presented to the widow is a fine tradition of the services of the USA. I am sure it must be heart rending for the recipient even though it is the ultimate token of esteem.
reply by the author on 06-Jan-2023
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This business with the flag, presented to the widow is a fine tradition of the services of the USA. I am sure it must be heart rending for the recipient even though it is the ultimate token of esteem.
Comment Written 06-Jan-2023
reply by the author on 06-Jan-2023
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Thank you Jim. It is very moving when you are in person and watch the small ceremony.
Melissa