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Poem honoring all Vietnam Vets - See author notes33 total reviews
Comment from Katiesherrill
This is such a wonderful tribute to dad. The story is so perfectly told. Your rhym does no feel forced at all and the flow is smooth. I love the ending. Jesus will be waiting for him, I just can't imagine him gone though.
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2011
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This is such a wonderful tribute to dad. The story is so perfectly told. Your rhym does no feel forced at all and the flow is smooth. I love the ending. Jesus will be waiting for him, I just can't imagine him gone though.
Comment Written 17-Jan-2011
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2011
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I can't imagine it either, especially after having another very good day with him. Thanks for the wonderful rating. -Judy6
Comment from Herb
Very well written with godd flow etc... I agree with you that soldiers should never get jeered on just for following orders, even when there fighting in wars for the wrong reasons because of greedy politicians, which is all to often the case, one mans terroist and all that..
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Very well written with godd flow etc... I agree with you that soldiers should never get jeered on just for following orders, even when there fighting in wars for the wrong reasons because of greedy politicians, which is all to often the case, one mans terroist and all that..
Comment Written 17-Jan-2011
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2011
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Thank you so much for this wonderful review. -Judy
Comment from trmartin
Very poignant poem. I like to consider these as stories as you definitely tell a story. I wish we saw poems going up everywhere to celebrate our soldiers. This would be a great monument to what they give us.
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2011
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Very poignant poem. I like to consider these as stories as you definitely tell a story. I wish we saw poems going up everywhere to celebrate our soldiers. This would be a great monument to what they give us.
Comment Written 17-Jan-2011
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2011
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Thank you so much, your comments are appreciated. -Judy
Comment from Mustang Patty
As the tears run down my face, I can only wish that our Vietnam Vets were treated better when they came home. I hope your Marine's battle with cancer goes quickly - either for better or to take him home, where Jesus will welcome him with open arms. Wonderfully written and heartfelt. Blessings, ~patty~
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2011
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As the tears run down my face, I can only wish that our Vietnam Vets were treated better when they came home. I hope your Marine's battle with cancer goes quickly - either for better or to take him home, where Jesus will welcome him with open arms. Wonderfully written and heartfelt. Blessings, ~patty~
Comment Written 17-Jan-2011
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2011
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Wow, thank you for this wonderful rating. I am humbled and pleased. You have lifted my spirits. -Judy
Comment from sweetwoodjax
this is a beautiful tribute to the soldiers who came home to disrespect and for the ones that didn't come home at all, people need to realize soldiers are doing a job, not making a political statement. is this marine your husband or your father? i pray his cancer goes into remission
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2011
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this is a beautiful tribute to the soldiers who came home to disrespect and for the ones that didn't come home at all, people need to realize soldiers are doing a job, not making a political statement. is this marine your husband or your father? i pray his cancer goes into remission
Comment Written 17-Jan-2011
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2011
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This Marine is my husband of 40 years. He is only 63 years old. Thank you for the wonderful review with all the stars! My heart is lifted up. -Judy
Comment from misscookie
Handsome youngman his picture is perfect for you I understanding your poem very well
Till this day I keep asking God to help me to forget how my brother was treated when he came home. he was never the same. God helped me to forgive but that forgeting part is still hard for me and I'm sure many others.
Thank you for sharing **********
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2011
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Handsome youngman his picture is perfect for you I understanding your poem very well
Till this day I keep asking God to help me to forget how my brother was treated when he came home. he was never the same. God helped me to forgive but that forgeting part is still hard for me and I'm sure many others.
Thank you for sharing **********
Comment Written 17-Jan-2011
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2011
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Your comments have touched my heart. It was a sad time in history. How is your brother now? While in the hospital some nurses and doctors noticed my husbands tattoo and then thanked him for his service. That meant a lot to him. Thanks for reviewing. -Judy
Comment from Jeanie Mercer
This is both stirringly patriotic and, in light of your notes, heartrending. The repeating line, "Welcome home, my brother" is effective in all its nuances of meaning. I'm so sorry that your Marine is facing such a difficult battle right now. With blessings and prayers, Jeanie Mercer
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2011
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This is both stirringly patriotic and, in light of your notes, heartrending. The repeating line, "Welcome home, my brother" is effective in all its nuances of meaning. I'm so sorry that your Marine is facing such a difficult battle right now. With blessings and prayers, Jeanie Mercer
Comment Written 17-Jan-2011
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2011
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Thank you Jeanie. Yours words are comforting and meaningful. Thanks for reading and reviewing. -Judy
Comment from Matoshka
It's a wonderful tribute to all Viet Nam Vets. They were cussed, hated and defiled in my books. They served our country and did the best they could. Many suffered after coming back with things, like agent orange and other horrible things. They went to serve, and I never understood, why the people turned on them. If our government tells you to do something, they are obeying. I enjoyed your story, and pray he will do better and not have much pain. I enjoyed this very much. Welcome Home Brother, Job well done. Blessings.
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2011
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It's a wonderful tribute to all Viet Nam Vets. They were cussed, hated and defiled in my books. They served our country and did the best they could. Many suffered after coming back with things, like agent orange and other horrible things. They went to serve, and I never understood, why the people turned on them. If our government tells you to do something, they are obeying. I enjoyed your story, and pray he will do better and not have much pain. I enjoyed this very much. Welcome Home Brother, Job well done. Blessings.
Comment Written 17-Jan-2011
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2011
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Thank you so much. Your words touch me deeply. I appreciate the generous review. -Judy
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You are so welcome Judy. Your story touched my heart too. Blessings my friend and may God grant you both peace and healing. God Bless you both.
Comment from songlines
Your beautiful and truthful piece moved me to tears. You tell it like it is and what guilt people should feel. Sadly as far back as I know, people have treated returning forces in this way. I shall pray for your Marine.
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2011
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Your beautiful and truthful piece moved me to tears. You tell it like it is and what guilt people should feel. Sadly as far back as I know, people have treated returning forces in this way. I shall pray for your Marine.
Comment Written 17-Jan-2011
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2011
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Thank you so much for this wonderful review. I shall treasure your prayers. -Judy
Comment from PoesyPoet
I will pray for you, your family. Cancer takes its toll on the entire family, but fortunately with today's great doctors and medicine, many forms are treatable.
It is sad that our government does not do more for returning veterans. We as a nation needed to fight for better laws regarding them.
Thanks for sharing. I thought this was good work.
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reply by the author on 17-Jan-2011
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I will pray for you, your family. Cancer takes its toll on the entire family, but fortunately with today's great doctors and medicine, many forms are treatable.
It is sad that our government does not do more for returning veterans. We as a nation needed to fight for better laws regarding them.
Thanks for sharing. I thought this was good work.
This rating does not count towards story rating or author rank.
The highest and the lowest rating are not included in calculations.
Comment Written 17-Jan-2011
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2011
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Thank you very much. -Judy