They Still Rose
A short tribute to some Civil Rights Pioneers47 total reviews
Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell
You have named some incredible people here, Nomi, all should be honoured and remembered for their sacrifices to bring out the truth. As you say there are many more who decided enough was enough and fought for freedom and choice. They all followed God's law. Well done, my friend. I loved the tributes you've given these amazing people. :)) Sandra xxx
reply by the author on 07-May-2024
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You have named some incredible people here, Nomi, all should be honoured and remembered for their sacrifices to bring out the truth. As you say there are many more who decided enough was enough and fought for freedom and choice. They all followed God's law. Well done, my friend. I loved the tributes you've given these amazing people. :)) Sandra xxx
Comment Written 07-May-2024
reply by the author on 07-May-2024
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Thank you so much. I truly appreciate your wonderful comments.
Comment from Bill Schott
I know that there are hundreds and thousands of people over the years who have moved the needle forward for societal progress. Within social awareness, spiritual understanding, international acknowledgement of wrong versus right, and there has developed the basic acceptance of the situation and our responses.
reply by the author on 05-May-2024
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I know that there are hundreds and thousands of people over the years who have moved the needle forward for societal progress. Within social awareness, spiritual understanding, international acknowledgement of wrong versus right, and there has developed the basic acceptance of the situation and our responses.
Comment Written 05-May-2024
reply by the author on 05-May-2024
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Bill, you are frightening me with your sensible and level headed response. I am left to wonder, "What? No smart aleck response? Are you finally sober?" LOL.
Thanks for surprisingly great review comments.
Comment from dragonpoet
Hi
These rhyming sestets tersely tell the stories of a few of the best known civil rights activists. They are good vignettes that match the photos.
Well done.
Keep writing and stay healthy
Have a great weekend.
Joan
reply by the author on 03-May-2024
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Hi
These rhyming sestets tersely tell the stories of a few of the best known civil rights activists. They are good vignettes that match the photos.
Well done.
Keep writing and stay healthy
Have a great weekend.
Joan
Comment Written 03-May-2024
reply by the author on 03-May-2024
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Thank you Joan, I appreciate you.
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No problem, Nomi.
Joan
Comment from Barry Penfold
Excellent poem. Good rhyming and well thought out. Tells an important story of some of the people that rose above hate and spoke and sang about love. Thanks for sharing.
Regards
Barry Penfold.
reply by the author on 03-May-2024
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Excellent poem. Good rhyming and well thought out. Tells an important story of some of the people that rose above hate and spoke and sang about love. Thanks for sharing.
Regards
Barry Penfold.
Comment Written 03-May-2024
reply by the author on 03-May-2024
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Thank you for a kind and supportive review.
Comment from Ric Myworld
It's hard to imagine the foolish mistreatment and disadvantages bestowed upon people without reason. We just have to be glad that through all the difficulties, there were those with the intestinal fortitude to stand up and speak out. Thanks for sharing. Wish I had a six.
reply by the author on 03-May-2024
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It's hard to imagine the foolish mistreatment and disadvantages bestowed upon people without reason. We just have to be glad that through all the difficulties, there were those with the intestinal fortitude to stand up and speak out. Thanks for sharing. Wish I had a six.
Comment Written 03-May-2024
reply by the author on 03-May-2024
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Thank you. Now you know that as pleasing as it is to receive a six, I have never chased a six star rating. What I do hope to receive is a positive reaction to what I wrote. Even a criticism that teaches me a valuable lesson is most welcome.
Comment from Sanku
Your list consists of those who lead revolutions in their own way and in different countries. They believed in themselves ,believed in equality and could rise above their ordinary existence...very well done.
reply by the author on 03-May-2024
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Your list consists of those who lead revolutions in their own way and in different countries. They believed in themselves ,believed in equality and could rise above their ordinary existence...very well done.
Comment Written 03-May-2024
reply by the author on 03-May-2024
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Thank you. I appreciate your thoughts.
Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose
Nomi, what a beautiful poem in horror of such extraordinary heroes. Your favorites are mine too....
Mrs. Rosa Parks
Maya Angelou, one of my favorite poets. I met her in person at Pacific University in Stockton.
Nelson Mandela
Dr. Martin Luther King
Nina Simone, I love her singing and activate work
there are many more historical black people we should honor in school.
Well done.
reply by the author on 03-May-2024
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Nomi, what a beautiful poem in horror of such extraordinary heroes. Your favorites are mine too....
Mrs. Rosa Parks
Maya Angelou, one of my favorite poets. I met her in person at Pacific University in Stockton.
Nelson Mandela
Dr. Martin Luther King
Nina Simone, I love her singing and activate work
there are many more historical black people we should honor in school.
Well done.
Comment Written 02-May-2024
reply by the author on 03-May-2024
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Thank you so much. I decided to stop where I did because I did not want to fill up the site. LOL.
Comment from Brenda Strauser
I enjoyed this poem. I like the way you wrote this poem. It was very descriptive and informative. It is well written. Great job on this poem. I liked the people that you discussed.
reply by the author on 03-May-2024
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I enjoyed this poem. I like the way you wrote this poem. It was very descriptive and informative. It is well written. Great job on this poem. I liked the people that you discussed.
Comment Written 02-May-2024
reply by the author on 03-May-2024
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Thank you. I appreciate your fine comments.
Comment from Pam (respa)
-Very nice artwork and presentation, nomi.
-Your notes are appreciated.
-You did a very good job with the poem
with many good examples for each person as well as rhyme.
-My favorite images for each one are as follows:
*treatment caused some sparks.
*the timeless soul of Maya Angelou.
*the last line in the verse about Nelson Mandela.
*Every line for Dr. Martin Luther King shows his character;
he did so much, but paid with his life. He will always be remembered.
*For Nina Simone: "young, gifted, and black.
-I enjoyed this poem very much. Thanks for sharing it.
reply by the author on 03-May-2024
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-Very nice artwork and presentation, nomi.
-Your notes are appreciated.
-You did a very good job with the poem
with many good examples for each person as well as rhyme.
-My favorite images for each one are as follows:
*treatment caused some sparks.
*the timeless soul of Maya Angelou.
*the last line in the verse about Nelson Mandela.
*Every line for Dr. Martin Luther King shows his character;
he did so much, but paid with his life. He will always be remembered.
*For Nina Simone: "young, gifted, and black.
-I enjoyed this poem very much. Thanks for sharing it.
Comment Written 02-May-2024
reply by the author on 03-May-2024
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Thank you for your awesome comments. I am well pleased that my words found a welcome place with you.
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You are very welcome, and I appreciate your reply.
Comment from lancellot
Hmm, this is well written, although some historical liberties are taken with some of these 'civil rights' pioneers, especially with Parks and Mandela, but this isn't the time or place for fact checking. Your poetic commentary is well crafted.
reply by the author on 03-May-2024
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Hmm, this is well written, although some historical liberties are taken with some of these 'civil rights' pioneers, especially with Parks and Mandela, but this isn't the time or place for fact checking. Your poetic commentary is well crafted.
Comment Written 02-May-2024
reply by the author on 03-May-2024
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Thank you. I agree that no one knows all the pertinent facts and one has to trust to a degree the things the media presents as factual news.
