An Epigram for Troubled Times
an epigram156 total reviews
Comment from victor 66
Boy, Brooke, thinking of children being just a few years away from an age where they are eligible for war, frightens me to no end. During the Gulf War in the 90s, my son was in the Marines. I fell apart. After 22 months in Vietnam, thinking of my son in a similar situation was almost more than I could bear. Gratefully, he didn't have to to the Gulf during his time in service. The ones that do go, never come back the same. Your 'epigram' says more that a whole book. I wish you well.
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2014
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Boy, Brooke, thinking of children being just a few years away from an age where they are eligible for war, frightens me to no end. During the Gulf War in the 90s, my son was in the Marines. I fell apart. After 22 months in Vietnam, thinking of my son in a similar situation was almost more than I could bear. Gratefully, he didn't have to to the Gulf during his time in service. The ones that do go, never come back the same. Your 'epigram' says more that a whole book. I wish you well.
Comment Written 20-Jul-2014
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2014
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Thank you so much, Victor. I would have fallen apart too. You are so right about how kids who are sent into those wars come back forever changed. Brooke
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You are welcome, Brooke. However, a drill instructor in boot camp used to say,"Everybody gets a war". I hope that's not true.
Comment from Nosha17
I can see how you were inspired by his cute picture and we all wish that the world was not such an evil place, and that more people used their arms to embrace one another instead of killing each other. Well conceived rhyming and words to convey your thoughts. Most enjoyable. Faye
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2014
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I can see how you were inspired by his cute picture and we all wish that the world was not such an evil place, and that more people used their arms to embrace one another instead of killing each other. Well conceived rhyming and words to convey your thoughts. Most enjoyable. Faye
Comment Written 20-Jul-2014
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2014
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Faye, thank you so much :-) Brooke
Comment from Ben Colder
Precious. The photo will charm the reader if he or she have something to charm. Sawyer, Grandmother slipped another one in. Blessings Brooke. Eye doing much better. Looks like I have been in a fight and lost.
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2014
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Precious. The photo will charm the reader if he or she have something to charm. Sawyer, Grandmother slipped another one in. Blessings Brooke. Eye doing much better. Looks like I have been in a fight and lost.
Comment Written 20-Jul-2014
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2014
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Ben, thanks so much :-) Brooke
Comment from lakeport
An Epigram for troubled times, that's a lovely picture, little Sawyer hugging his bear, that's a lovely poem,I enjoyed reading it.God bless you.Hugs!Lakeport.
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2014
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An Epigram for troubled times, that's a lovely picture, little Sawyer hugging his bear, that's a lovely poem,I enjoyed reading it.God bless you.Hugs!Lakeport.
Comment Written 20-Jul-2014
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2014
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Erich, thank you so much :-) Brooke
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your very welcome.Hugs!lakeport.
Comment from Drew Delaney
What a wonderful epigram. Never written one before but it does appear to be quite difficult. You blew it away with this post. Love the photo as well. Sometimes there is a Judas in the bunch however. This was so special, Brooke.
reply by the author on 21-Jul-2014
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What a wonderful epigram. Never written one before but it does appear to be quite difficult. You blew it away with this post. Love the photo as well. Sometimes there is a Judas in the bunch however. This was so special, Brooke.
Comment Written 20-Jul-2014
reply by the author on 21-Jul-2014
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Drew, thank you so much :-) Brooke
Comment from seaglass
This poem gave me chills. I've been so troubled regarding the state of our world...nation... and those in leadership that push so hard for war...This is a beautiful message and so timely. Had to give it my six.
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This poem gave me chills. I've been so troubled regarding the state of our world...nation... and those in leadership that push so hard for war...This is a beautiful message and so timely. Had to give it my six.
Comment Written 20-Jul-2014
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2014
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Seaglass, thank you so much for your generosity and graciousness :-) Brooke
Comment from TAB_that's me
I don't think I have ever heard of an epigram so I'm glad you put it in your notes. Very cute - it does express a single thought or observation:) Fun Sawyer picture:)
Teresa
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2014
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I don't think I have ever heard of an epigram so I'm glad you put it in your notes. Very cute - it does express a single thought or observation:) Fun Sawyer picture:)
Teresa
Comment Written 20-Jul-2014
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2014
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Teresa, thank you so very much :-) Brooke
Comment from kiwijenny
More hugs more love is what we need in this harsh world.....
Sawyer could be our hug expert......
Well done Brooke I love your epitaph
God bless
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2014
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More hugs more love is what we need in this harsh world.....
Sawyer could be our hug expert......
Well done Brooke I love your epitaph
God bless
Comment Written 20-Jul-2014
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2014
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Thank you so much, Jenny, for your generous response to this epigram :-) Brooke
Comment from LIJ Red
Somebody called epigrams little short bugs with long stings in their tails. This is up to your usual, if short. Space filler: Ever read Twain's War Poem?
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2014
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Somebody called epigrams little short bugs with long stings in their tails. This is up to your usual, if short. Space filler: Ever read Twain's War Poem?
Comment Written 20-Jul-2014
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2014
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LIJ - Yes, I have read his war poem, a powerful piece :-) Brooke
Comment from Christine B.
Lovely atmosphere, meaningful positivity and grace accentuated with ease. I adore this, Brooke! Many a soul would do good to seriously consider this epigram. I'm glad that you are a poet.
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2014
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Lovely atmosphere, meaningful positivity and grace accentuated with ease. I adore this, Brooke! Many a soul would do good to seriously consider this epigram. I'm glad that you are a poet.
Comment Written 20-Jul-2014
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2014
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Christine, thank you so much :-) Brooke
