Comment from lightink

Excellent

Hi Dear,
I'm sorry for no following your full journey this month! I'm taking a quick look at your work now, and this very much spoke to me! That heartbreaking fence is pulled up in my country of origin and I couldn't agree more! But the propaganda likes to call these people terrorists to justify their rejection :(!
Thank you for speaking up!

 Comment Written 02-May-2016

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reply by the author on 19-May-2016

Hi , thank you for your generous review. I have just returned home and apologise for the delay in my response. Warmest regards, Marijke :o)

Comment from Joan E.

Excellent

Your use of the Minute poem form for this tragic subject is very effective, since it propels your words forward, just the the refugees are forced to forge forward for a new life, especially for their children. Your title and picture selection are perfect reinforcements for your theme. Best wishes in the contest- Joan

 Comment Written 05-Apr-2016

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reply by the author on 05-Apr-2016

Hi Joan, thank you for your comments and observations, Yes... a sad sad situation. Thanks also for your kind and generous review. Warmest regards, Marijke :o)

Comment from Leineco

Excellent

It is a heartbreaking tragedy Fiona. . .as if the world hasn't
hammered them with enough devastation - barbed wire
has to be introduced into the equation!

Excellent pairing go poetry and visual art!

 Comment Written 04-Apr-2016

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reply by the author on 04-Apr-2016

Thank you so much, Leineco, for your compassionate comments and generous review. Warmest regards, Marijke :o)

Comment from dejohnsrld (Debbie)

Excellent

There are millions of refugees around the world, so many of them children. Such a tragic state of affairs. I wish we could learn to get along and be kind and loving, but it only seems to get worse~Debbie

 Comment Written 04-Apr-2016

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reply by the author on 04-Apr-2016

HI Debbie, I agree with your sentiments. Thank you for your kind review and generous rating. Warmest regards, Marijke :o)

Comment from CALLAHANMR

Exceptional

Hi Fiona:)
I think barbed wire is a barbaric way to prevent escape or block entry. It is especially cruel as it cuts and tears at flesh as people free the terror of refugee camp in ways you describe.

Just this morning on TV'S Animal World, I watched five young men work to free a 10-point buck that had escaped hunters, only to become entangled, The men released the huge deer, now covered with cuts and bruises, I hope he will join his herd for another season,

Love and Irish Hugs for good luck in the contest.

Roger

 Comment Written 04-Apr-2016

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reply by the author on 04-Apr-2016

Wow, Roger, thank you so much for this very long string of stars. Yes, barbed wire, cruelty, homeless, how much can people bear? I can't even begin to imagine, it does my heart in. Thanks for your comments and observations, Roger. Warmest regards, my friend, from your Aussie pal, Marijke :o)

Comment from Dutchie

Excellent

Yes my heart breaks too, Marijke and the fact it becomes so difficult because the border control becomes heavier. There must be a solution somehow.
Very well written this minute poem. Good luck in the contest. Fietje xxxxx

 Comment Written 03-Apr-2016

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reply by the author on 03-Apr-2016

Thank you so much, Fietje. It is such a terrible and difficult situation for everyone. I don't know what the answer is. Thanks, my dear friend for your comments and generous rating. I talk to you ... Love you, and warmest regards, Marijke :o)

Comment from robina1978

Exceptional

Great photo that complements your poem perfectly. It is a very well written Minute poem, strong contender for the contest. I reckon we all care about the refugees, certainly their children. No mistakes at all. It is so nice that you're back on line.

 Comment Written 03-Apr-2016

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reply by the author on 03-Apr-2016

Oh, Ine, thank you so much for another six stars for this emotional poem. Yes, the refugee problem is a terrible one... but where does the answer lie? Thank you for welcoming me back online. My muse seems to have returned. Warmest regards from Australia.. Marijke :o)

Comment from Douglas Paul

Excellent

This is a powerful minute poem, Marijke. These aren't easy to do this well. I agree with you that this is tragic problem with no good solution in sight

 Comment Written 03-Apr-2016

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reply by the author on 03-Apr-2016

Thank you so much, Douglas, I appreciate your kind comments and generous review. Mmmm. what is the answer? I don't know, my friend. Warmest regards, Marijke :o)

Comment from William Ross

Excellent

Great write in bringing this forward, what a struggle. great thought and work on this minute in a free verse. good luck on this and enjoy your day

 Comment Written 03-Apr-2016

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reply by the author on 03-Apr-2016

Thank you so much, William, I appreciate your kind comments and generous review. Warmest regards, Marijke :o)

Comment from Chris Walker

Excellent

You've written a poignant piece and ask a difficult question. Great presentation with your choice of artwork and minute form.
I can't imagine the desperation a parent must feel! Thanks for sharing. Chris

 Comment Written 03-Apr-2016

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reply by the author on 03-Apr-2016

Thanks so much, Chris, I appreciate your kind comments and generous review. Yes, I can't imagine their situation and heart ache. So sad. Warmest regards, Marijke :o)