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Poem honoring all Vietnam Vets - See author notes33 total reviews
Comment from jknc
This is a remarkable work. My father-in-law was a Marine who lost both legs to a mine. When they carried him of the plane in San Francisco, protesters threw rotten tomatoes at him. He is in poor health as well now.
Good luck and all the best to you and your Marine.
Tell him "Thank You."
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2011
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This is a remarkable work. My father-in-law was a Marine who lost both legs to a mine. When they carried him of the plane in San Francisco, protesters threw rotten tomatoes at him. He is in poor health as well now.
Good luck and all the best to you and your Marine.
Tell him "Thank You."
Comment Written 17-Jan-2011
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2011
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Oh, I will do that. I will pray for your father-in-law as well. Perhaps these two Marines served together. Your kind words lift me up. -Judy
Comment from Giddy Nielsen-Sweep
This is a beautiful poem written for the soldiers who served in Vietnam. It is a strange phenomenum that those soldiers were not made welcome home. It happened everywhere.
Giddy
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2011
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This is a beautiful poem written for the soldiers who served in Vietnam. It is a strange phenomenum that those soldiers were not made welcome home. It happened everywhere.
Giddy
Comment Written 17-Jan-2011
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2011
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Thank you Giddy, for the generous review. This poem was written from the heart and I am happy you read it. -Judy
Comment from Shirley B
This poem hit me really hard. I was born in 1959 and I remember the war. My friends had older brothers that served and were 'welcomed' home with protesters. I will never forget this time in my life. This poem is beautiful. The rhyme and meter are both beautiful. I wish time could go back and the children of that era could say 'thank you and we do welcome you home brother'. Best of luck to you and your husband in the days to come, Shirley
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This poem hit me really hard. I was born in 1959 and I remember the war. My friends had older brothers that served and were 'welcomed' home with protesters. I will never forget this time in my life. This poem is beautiful. The rhyme and meter are both beautiful. I wish time could go back and the children of that era could say 'thank you and we do welcome you home brother'. Best of luck to you and your husband in the days to come, Shirley
Comment Written 17-Jan-2011
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2011
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Thank you so much,Shirley, for this generous review and your touching comments. I am humbled by the 6 stars. -Judy
Comment from LYLE
Judy,
How well you wrote the words to what was the most shameful treatment of our men in Service who served in Viet Nam.
I could not believe the attitudes and actions of the people as our men returned from tours of duty in Nam. That has to be the low point in American history. He certainly has my thanks and that from all of the men who have served in the Military. Now, he has my prayers for his worst battle.
Fondly, Lyle
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2011
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Judy,
How well you wrote the words to what was the most shameful treatment of our men in Service who served in Viet Nam.
I could not believe the attitudes and actions of the people as our men returned from tours of duty in Nam. That has to be the low point in American history. He certainly has my thanks and that from all of the men who have served in the Military. Now, he has my prayers for his worst battle.
Fondly, Lyle
Comment Written 17-Jan-2011
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2011
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Lyle, I am touched by your words. Thank you so much for the wonderful review. I hesitated posting this personal poem, now I am glad I did. -Judy
Comment from Minglement
This is a lovely poem and more than that, a lovely tribute to 'your marine'. Great story told in evocative phraseology. I wish you both all the best. You and your family will be in my prayers. Blessings - Marcia
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2011
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This is a lovely poem and more than that, a lovely tribute to 'your marine'. Great story told in evocative phraseology. I wish you both all the best. You and your family will be in my prayers. Blessings - Marcia
Comment Written 17-Jan-2011
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2011
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Marcia, Thank you so much for reading and reviewing. I am happy you liked this. -Judy
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You're so welcome. Take care, Marcia
Comment from anabellapongasi
Hi Judy,
This is a nice poem honoring all war vets and especially your dear husband who is presently battling with cancer. I'm so sorry for this difficult time in your family's life. I lift you up in prayer. I've read Katie's poem/song for him also. Great and touching tribute. A great big welcome is surely waiting for him in heaven.
Love and hugs,
Anabella
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2011
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Hi Judy,
This is a nice poem honoring all war vets and especially your dear husband who is presently battling with cancer. I'm so sorry for this difficult time in your family's life. I lift you up in prayer. I've read Katie's poem/song for him also. Great and touching tribute. A great big welcome is surely waiting for him in heaven.
Love and hugs,
Anabella
Comment Written 16-Jan-2011
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2011
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Anabella, thank you so much. Fanstory is such a wonderful community of support and yours does not go unnoticed. I appreciate your kind words. I am glad I posted this poem now. Thank you for praying too. -Judy
Comment from mmmichelle34
That was a very nice peace of work you have a great way of writing and making someone see a picture as you read that was great work hope to see more...
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2011
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That was a very nice peace of work you have a great way of writing and making someone see a picture as you read that was great work hope to see more...
Comment Written 16-Jan-2011
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2011
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Wow, thank you so much. I am humbled by the 6 star rating. I am happy you enjoyed this. -Judy
Comment from sheilanewton
How lovely of you to share your story about your husband's bravery in this cracking poem.
I loved it. Love the photo you provided - it let me have a peek at the real person.
Well done and keep on writing this great stuff.
reply by the author on 16-Jan-2011
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How lovely of you to share your story about your husband's bravery in this cracking poem.
I loved it. Love the photo you provided - it let me have a peek at the real person.
Well done and keep on writing this great stuff.
Comment Written 16-Jan-2011
reply by the author on 16-Jan-2011
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Thank you for reading, I am glad you liked it. -Judy
Comment from Espresso momma
God bless him and your family and may God give you grace as you go through this valley at this time. Our men did do wonderful things in Veitnaam. We owe them our praises.
reply by the author on 16-Jan-2011
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God bless him and your family and may God give you grace as you go through this valley at this time. Our men did do wonderful things in Veitnaam. We owe them our praises.
Comment Written 16-Jan-2011
reply by the author on 16-Jan-2011
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Thank you very much for this review. -Judy
Comment from l.raven
This is a touching poem.And so sad.It has a good flow.And rhythm and rhyme to it.It's very sad what those men and women came home to.I always send money to the Veterans.But don't think it's ever enough.My heart goes out to you .And I will pray for your soldier.God bless all of you.
reply by the author on 16-Jan-2011
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This is a touching poem.And so sad.It has a good flow.And rhythm and rhyme to it.It's very sad what those men and women came home to.I always send money to the Veterans.But don't think it's ever enough.My heart goes out to you .And I will pray for your soldier.God bless all of you.
Comment Written 16-Jan-2011
reply by the author on 16-Jan-2011
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Thank you for praying. I appreciate your reading and reviewing this piece. -Judy