Free Verse Collection 2
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Comment from Genya
At last I have found it. It was worth all the time it took me. This is just so sad and I had to keep reading it over and over until the full meaning settled inside me. Each tortured soul with its one floral headstone. My gosh, this really hurts deep. So many just thrown into these pits yet each flower is now their headstone. This is poetry in its best. Every word, every statement brings this harrowing scene to life. Thank you so much for pointing this out to me. Truly an amazing poem. Genya
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At last I have found it. It was worth all the time it took me. This is just so sad and I had to keep reading it over and over until the full meaning settled inside me. Each tortured soul with its one floral headstone. My gosh, this really hurts deep. So many just thrown into these pits yet each flower is now their headstone. This is poetry in its best. Every word, every statement brings this harrowing scene to life. Thank you so much for pointing this out to me. Truly an amazing poem. Genya
Comment Written 18-Oct-2014
Comment from Selina Stambi
I recall stepping into one of the Autschwitz rail cars at the Holocaust Museum, and feeling a chill of horror flow through me.
I think you have captured the essence of what any decent human being would feel in this place, Michael, in this well thought out poem.
The two introductory lines are very powerful and compelling.
Well done, sir. :)
Sonali
reply by the author on 09-Sep-2013
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I recall stepping into one of the Autschwitz rail cars at the Holocaust Museum, and feeling a chill of horror flow through me.
I think you have captured the essence of what any decent human being would feel in this place, Michael, in this well thought out poem.
The two introductory lines are very powerful and compelling.
Well done, sir. :)
Sonali
Comment Written 09-Sep-2013
reply by the author on 09-Sep-2013
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oh my. that must have been some experience. your words are most thoughtful and kind. very appreciated. thank you. mike
Comment from livelylinda
michaelcahill, I have also written about Auswchwitz (sp?)
and we agree to intense feels that must remain there. I believe the spirits of the dead wander, seeking their husbands, fathers, sisters, brothers, children, and cannot completely pass over until they find them. . .and, of course, they won't. Your poem touched me. Thank you. Linda
reply by the author on 09-Sep-2013
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michaelcahill, I have also written about Auswchwitz (sp?)
and we agree to intense feels that must remain there. I believe the spirits of the dead wander, seeking their husbands, fathers, sisters, brothers, children, and cannot completely pass over until they find them. . .and, of course, they won't. Your poem touched me. Thank you. Linda
Comment Written 09-Sep-2013
reply by the author on 09-Sep-2013
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how very thoughtful your comments are. most appreciated and kind words, warm regards, mike
Comment from sunnilicious
What transpired in Auschwitz is unforgivable. Those days are gone and we must hope for world leaders without a malice heart. You are quite expressive. Good perspective from past into present and future. Excellent work. Peace be with you.
reply by the author on 09-Sep-2013
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What transpired in Auschwitz is unforgivable. Those days are gone and we must hope for world leaders without a malice heart. You are quite expressive. Good perspective from past into present and future. Excellent work. Peace be with you.
Comment Written 09-Sep-2013
reply by the author on 09-Sep-2013
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very thoughtful and insightful thoughts. thank you. warmest regards, mike
Comment from Darkhorse555
from the pictured rainbow like a bouquet crossroads a celebration of life from hell to the wild flowers you penned an excellent piece mick
reply by the author on 09-Sep-2013
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from the pictured rainbow like a bouquet crossroads a celebration of life from hell to the wild flowers you penned an excellent piece mick
Comment Written 09-Sep-2013
reply by the author on 09-Sep-2013
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thank you so much. your comments are quite poetic as well. mike
Comment from Pullmanspb
Your poem poses an interesting dilemma: Do we immortalize the evil that happened there, or do we allow nature (good?) prevail. I don't have a clear answer, but your poem certainly made me think, which is good.
Steven
reply by the author on 09-Sep-2013
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Your poem poses an interesting dilemma: Do we immortalize the evil that happened there, or do we allow nature (good?) prevail. I don't have a clear answer, but your poem certainly made me think, which is good.
Steven
Comment Written 09-Sep-2013
reply by the author on 09-Sep-2013
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very thoughtful review. appreciated. regards, mike
Comment from kiwisteveh
yes, there is a powerful irony in flowers blooming in a place that has seen such unspeakable horrors.
Your poem forces us to confront Auschwitz as a real place and ponder whether it will ever lose its notoriety.
Steve
reply by the author on 09-Sep-2013
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yes, there is a powerful irony in flowers blooming in a place that has seen such unspeakable horrors.
Your poem forces us to confront Auschwitz as a real place and ponder whether it will ever lose its notoriety.
Steve
Comment Written 09-Sep-2013
reply by the author on 09-Sep-2013
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very well put. thank you. mike
Comment from ravenblack
It is a grave you decorate/ mass and massive/ it is a smile you invite/ and a sigh... such a powerful write on one of the ugliest chapters of history. Your controlled tone really helps the poem, helps you communicate the truth- some things should never be swept under the rug nor painted less heinous to draw attention away from what happens when the darkest impulses of human nature are allowed unchecked expression - The Holocaust. You are a true talent.
reply by the author on 08-Sep-2013
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It is a grave you decorate/ mass and massive/ it is a smile you invite/ and a sigh... such a powerful write on one of the ugliest chapters of history. Your controlled tone really helps the poem, helps you communicate the truth- some things should never be swept under the rug nor painted less heinous to draw attention away from what happens when the darkest impulses of human nature are allowed unchecked expression - The Holocaust. You are a true talent.
Comment Written 08-Sep-2013
reply by the author on 08-Sep-2013
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very high praise. in full agreement with you. appreciate the kind words. regards, mike
Comment from Righteous Riter
The writer delivers a message that taps into the emotions of the reader. The reader is able to feel the impact of the words written. The photo compliments the piece well as I see nothing that I would change in this piece. Good job.
reply by the author on 08-Sep-2013
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The writer delivers a message that taps into the emotions of the reader. The reader is able to feel the impact of the words written. The photo compliments the piece well as I see nothing that I would change in this piece. Good job.
Comment Written 08-Sep-2013
reply by the author on 08-Sep-2013
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thank you very much. mike
Comment from 9999pool
Once a death camp - now grown with beautiful wild flowers.
Is this right and there were no graves to pay respect to the dead.
Not even a single mention of the horror that happened here.
Is this what the dead here deserved?
Great write and well penned a feeling of regret that this death camp should had ever existed at all.
Cheerio, Ritchie. :))
reply by the author on 08-Sep-2013
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Once a death camp - now grown with beautiful wild flowers.
Is this right and there were no graves to pay respect to the dead.
Not even a single mention of the horror that happened here.
Is this what the dead here deserved?
Great write and well penned a feeling of regret that this death camp should had ever existed at all.
Cheerio, Ritchie. :))
Comment Written 08-Sep-2013
reply by the author on 08-Sep-2013
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very thoughtful response kind sir. yes, a sad thing that it ever existed at all. regards, mike
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Welcome. Have a great week ahead.
Cheerio, Ritchie. :))