World War Iii

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Written on September 7, 2023

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War does not determine who is right - only who is left. - Bertrand Russell It’s a darkness so sad and grim, Dreams destroyed by the bleakest sins, It’s more than loss of life and limb World War isn’t just about who wins Homes are ruined and lives are wrecked It’s a darkness so sad and grim, Death in each shadow or suspect Was this war started on a whim? Here at home, we all sing a hymn For those soldiers who will not live It’s a darkness so sad and grim, Warriors, hearts and souls they give Though we sought peace, our hope was lost Beneath seas of pain, our souls swim Glumly fighting despite the cost It’s a darkness so sad and grim,

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Speaks Volumes

Date: 9/8/2023 1:29:00 AM

A sad subject handled with creative talent Gina. Not a poem we could say we "like" maybe admire is the word for such a well written piece. That would sound more appropriate. Best wishes SV

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 9/7/2023 12:54:00 PM

love your approach to this one. I think I was "overthinking" this one. You used a great simple approach to it.

Mark Massey

Date: 9/7/2023 5:59:00 AM

Such a well versed subject projected through this difficult style, your skillful piece will do well in the contest, Regina. War is an unfortunate cloud that hangs above humanity…but its of our own making - and it appears that we are unable to control it…hmm.

Vijay Pandit

Date: 9/7/2023 4:54:00 AM

It’s a darkness so sad and grim--your repeating line spells the essence of your poem for me, Gina. Potent messages throughout.