Military Intelligence?
a lament, of sorts19 total reviews
Comment from amada
Alvin! We both entered this contest, I just noticed! Very different subjects though. I like your poem because it has much passion on it. Best wishes in the contest.
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2012
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Alvin! We both entered this contest, I just noticed! Very different subjects though. I like your poem because it has much passion on it. Best wishes in the contest.
Comment Written 24-Feb-2012
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2012
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Thanks for an excellent review. I am moved by your comments on my passion.
I am looking foward to our senryu class. Is there anyone you know that might be interested in it?
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Not at this time dear Teach. I'm keeping my eyes open!
Comment from Spitfire
Under these circumstances Military Intelligence is an oxymoron with the emphasis on moron. Your poem points out where priorities are really mixed up. Good luck in the contest. A great message.
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2012
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Under these circumstances Military Intelligence is an oxymoron with the emphasis on moron. Your poem points out where priorities are really mixed up. Good luck in the contest. A great message.
Comment Written 24-Feb-2012
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2012
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Thanks for an excellent review. I appreciate it.
Comment from MAMONIA
This is a sad scenerio, but so sorry
it is true. How can a wonderful and
honorable corporal be taken down for
being who and what he is?
This is America, dammit, sorry, but
that's how I feel.
You did a great job here and I felt
the emotion.
Lots of luck. Marie
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2012
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This is a sad scenerio, but so sorry
it is true. How can a wonderful and
honorable corporal be taken down for
being who and what he is?
This is America, dammit, sorry, but
that's how I feel.
You did a great job here and I felt
the emotion.
Lots of luck. Marie
Comment Written 24-Feb-2012
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2012
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Thansk for an excellent review. The situation makes me very sad.
Comment from Skyangel02
Life is full of paradoxes and hypocrisy. People preach acceptance but cannot accept the things they despise.
Such is life.
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2012
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Life is full of paradoxes and hypocrisy. People preach acceptance but cannot accept the things they despise.
Such is life.
Comment Written 24-Feb-2012
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2012
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Thanks for a good reivew. Where do you see it needs improvement?
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It doesn't. It is fine just the way it is.
Comment from Joan E.
Ouch--quite an indictment about our values or lack thereof! I liked your using the ABC poem as succinct, social commentary. I am sad that this is a true story of what happened to your friend. Best wishes to us both in the contest (I have not posted yet.) -Joan, from New York en route...
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2012
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Ouch--quite an indictment about our values or lack thereof! I liked your using the ABC poem as succinct, social commentary. I am sad that this is a true story of what happened to your friend. Best wishes to us both in the contest (I have not posted yet.) -Joan, from New York en route...
Comment Written 24-Feb-2012
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2012
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Thanks for an excellent review. Have a great trip!
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Many thanks- Joan
Comment from Bryana
I didn't know what to rate if your ABC or you author's notes, both excellent.
Every time I read about how it used to be for the gay men in the military makes me furious. I'm glad things have changed.
Good luck in the contest.
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2012
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I didn't know what to rate if your ABC or you author's notes, both excellent.
Every time I read about how it used to be for the gay men in the military makes me furious. I'm glad things have changed.
Good luck in the contest.
Comment Written 24-Feb-2012
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2012
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Thanks for an excellent review. My vacation time has passed so quickly--I wish I had had more time, especially to review some of your works. Is there anything you would like me to review?
Comment from samandlancelot
Alvin,
That is so sad. It's amazing how ignorant ideas can last so long. Once we understand the truth - gays can provide valuable resources in the military & around the world - archaic ways seem so ridiculous. I'm so glad they rescinded that law.
Patricia
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reply by the author on 24-Feb-2012
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Alvin,
That is so sad. It's amazing how ignorant ideas can last so long. Once we understand the truth - gays can provide valuable resources in the military & around the world - archaic ways seem so ridiculous. I'm so glad they rescinded that law.
Patricia
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Comment Written 24-Feb-2012
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2012
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Yes, I am, too. However, now my friend tells me it's worse, at least for the time being. Once certain people in the military find out one is gay, they can make it difficult for one to perform his/her duties. Thanks for an excellent review.
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That is so infuriating. I pray God opens their eyes to see how wrong they are in their self-righteous behavior.
Comment from Amy Comstock
That is just horrible..I hate hearing that this is how our country treats people that are protecting us! Your writing is wonderful..and it got me mad..so your message was conveyed well. Thank you for sharing this story and best of luck to you in the contest!
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2012
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That is just horrible..I hate hearing that this is how our country treats people that are protecting us! Your writing is wonderful..and it got me mad..so your message was conveyed well. Thank you for sharing this story and best of luck to you in the contest!
Comment Written 24-Feb-2012
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2012
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Thanks for the exceptional review. I am honored and grateful.
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You are so very welcome!
Comment from ulster3
Hello, Alvin.
This poem brings an important topic to mind. It is very well written and a most informative read. Your notes add to the effect with the ridiculous military double talk. I'm so glad that was abolished. However, if certain people achieve office we will all be set back by three hundred years! I wish you well in the contest.
Warmly, Rebecca
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reply by the author on 24-Feb-2012
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Hello, Alvin.
This poem brings an important topic to mind. It is very well written and a most informative read. Your notes add to the effect with the ridiculous military double talk. I'm so glad that was abolished. However, if certain people achieve office we will all be set back by three hundred years! I wish you well in the contest.
Warmly, Rebecca
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Comment Written 24-Feb-2012
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2012
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Thanks. Actually, my friend told me right now it's worse than it was under "Don't Ask, Don't Tell." Now that certain people in the military know one is gay, they can make it almost impossible for one to perform his/her duties. And, by the way, my friend's file on his discharge has been conveniently lost. Thanks for an excellent review.
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Dreadful!
