Six words to unite us all
My tribute to all who came before104 total reviews
Comment from vertigo50
I wish I had six stars for this powerful essay. Well done! It really said it all about the election of the first black president. Good Job! John Brown is also my hero. Did you know that Henry David Thoreau wrote an essay pleading for the life of John Brown?
For John Brown, my personal hero, a white man who laid down his life to end slavery, and was, in doing this, labeled a crazy man, today, everything is possible. For Harriet Beecher Stowe, a white writer whose Uncle Tom's Cabin stirred many throughout the nation to cry out for freedom for their brothers and sisters, today, everything is possible.
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2008
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I wish I had six stars for this powerful essay. Well done! It really said it all about the election of the first black president. Good Job! John Brown is also my hero. Did you know that Henry David Thoreau wrote an essay pleading for the life of John Brown?
For John Brown, my personal hero, a white man who laid down his life to end slavery, and was, in doing this, labeled a crazy man, today, everything is possible. For Harriet Beecher Stowe, a white writer whose Uncle Tom's Cabin stirred many throughout the nation to cry out for freedom for their brothers and sisters, today, everything is possible.
Comment Written 29-Nov-2008
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2008
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Yes, I know of Thoreau's essay that is great that Brown is your hero too - you and I are obviously of the same political and social persuasion! Thank you, Brooke
Comment from nukrz
Well If I was american and got to vote for the presdidental election and you were running, you'd have my vote with a speech like that! Well done!
reply by the author on 28-Nov-2008
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Well If I was american and got to vote for the presdidental election and you were running, you'd have my vote with a speech like that! Well done!
Comment Written 28-Nov-2008
reply by the author on 28-Nov-2008
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that's a surprise to see this one being reviewed! thanks ever so much for reviewing an essay no longer promoted and for saying such a lovely thing. Brooke
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I took the time to read your profile and you had so many achievements and I saw the 6 words one and Im like ooo that would be funny (thinking it was just 6 words) and its this entire speech on people standing up against racism! I loved it well done!
Comment from Hurricane Dean
Yes, Brooke. I really think that with a President Obama, much is possible and barriers were finally broke. I wish him and the nation the best. Fine commentary. Much Love, Dean
reply by the author on 23-Nov-2008
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Yes, Brooke. I really think that with a President Obama, much is possible and barriers were finally broke. I wish him and the nation the best. Fine commentary. Much Love, Dean
Comment Written 23-Nov-2008
reply by the author on 23-Nov-2008
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Dean, thanks - I was a tad worried with this one and the anti-war poem contest that someone would win who entered totally against the spirit of the prompt, but in the end that did not happen. My daughter and I were crying like babies over the phone that night. Now he needs to deliver.
And people need to give him a little time to do it! Thank you, Brooke
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You are very welcome. Thanks for sharing. I posted my positive poem:)
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I'm on my way to your portfolio then!!
Comment from KelinaJ
Excellent essay on a meaning of those simple words. Well presented and written.
(Sorry for the delay, no internet for the last week.)
reply by the author on 10-Nov-2008
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Excellent essay on a meaning of those simple words. Well presented and written.
(Sorry for the delay, no internet for the last week.)
Comment Written 10-Nov-2008
reply by the author on 10-Nov-2008
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I wondered where you were -glad to see you back!! Thanks : -)
Comment from allborn66
It's a great poem, very stirring and inspiring. I love your explanation of the poem, it flowed very nicely. Good job and a great read,
Barbara
reply by the author on 09-Nov-2008
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It's a great poem, very stirring and inspiring. I love your explanation of the poem, it flowed very nicely. Good job and a great read,
Barbara
Comment Written 09-Nov-2008
reply by the author on 09-Nov-2008
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Barbara, thank you for such thoughtful comments. Peace, Brooke :-)
Comment from Paradox Tremors
I believe everything is possible. I did not vote for OBama--but he did win. Its now time to put aside our differences and come together to solve the problems of our nation. By working together we can accomplish a lot, separate, we will all fail regardless of who the "President-Elect" is.
Like all of our past leaders, my prayers will be with OBama to guide and lead into a brighter future.
reply by the author on 09-Nov-2008
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I believe everything is possible. I did not vote for OBama--but he did win. Its now time to put aside our differences and come together to solve the problems of our nation. By working together we can accomplish a lot, separate, we will all fail regardless of who the "President-Elect" is.
Like all of our past leaders, my prayers will be with OBama to guide and lead into a brighter future.
Comment Written 09-Nov-2008
reply by the author on 09-Nov-2008
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What a gracious response - not everyone who voted your way is expressing such sentiments as yours!!! Thank you, Brooke :-)
Comment from Beejay
Only dreams give birth to change. You said it all. This is a time when history is definitely in the making. An excellent entry for the contest. Well done and good luck to you
reply by the author on 08-Nov-2008
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Only dreams give birth to change. You said it all. This is a time when history is definitely in the making. An excellent entry for the contest. Well done and good luck to you
Comment Written 08-Nov-2008
reply by the author on 08-Nov-2008
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thank you for your great review - this won the contest yesterday :-) Brooke
Comment from babbi
Agreed, but I still hear alot of grumbling by those who are really disturbed Obama's opposition lost. And, I am still a little fearful (referring to your last essay) that some nut out there will act on his/her antipathy for our new president. But, we go on and hope for good things for him and for our country. babbi
reply by the author on 08-Nov-2008
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Agreed, but I still hear alot of grumbling by those who are really disturbed Obama's opposition lost. And, I am still a little fearful (referring to your last essay) that some nut out there will act on his/her antipathy for our new president. But, we go on and hope for good things for him and for our country. babbi
Comment Written 08-Nov-2008
reply by the author on 08-Nov-2008
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oh, many people are fearful and angry and not a little miffed. I do hope nobody has a crazy reaction as that would ignite this country like we have never seen. Thank you so very much for your extremely thoughtful review, Brooke
Comment from Susanne M. Psyris
Absolutely awesome...love how you extrapulated on the 6-word contest....much food for thought. An excellent entry into this contest...see you in the booth! Hugs and smiles, Susanne
reply by the author on 08-Nov-2008
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Absolutely awesome...love how you extrapulated on the 6-word contest....much food for thought. An excellent entry into this contest...see you in the booth! Hugs and smiles, Susanne
Comment Written 08-Nov-2008
reply by the author on 08-Nov-2008
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The contest ended yesterday - I won! :-D Thanks ever so much, Brooke :-)
Comment from LadyMary
You have captured the heart of what I believe are the sentiments of so many Americans, and I truly believe won the hearts of all who would read this piece. Beautifully done, and I am proud to be an American standing with you as we go forward. LadyMary
reply by the author on 08-Nov-2008
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You have captured the heart of what I believe are the sentiments of so many Americans, and I truly believe won the hearts of all who would read this piece. Beautifully done, and I am proud to be an American standing with you as we go forward. LadyMary
Comment Written 08-Nov-2008
reply by the author on 08-Nov-2008
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Lady Mary, thank you so very much. Peace, Brooke :-)
