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Freedom

Free verse

42 total reviews 
Comment from country ranch writer
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They dare to run free from the hostile environment they had to endure at the hands of others.'they would not willininglly give up their freedom.They would fight with every ounce of their last breath to stay free

 Comment Written 03-Mar-2017


reply by the author on 04-Mar-2017
    Many thanks for your review, CRW. Much appreciated! Best wishes,Tony
reply by country ranch writer on 05-Mar-2017
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Comment from ~Dovey
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Hi Tony,

I think the amazing thing about freedom is that it means something different for everyone. There are a lot of instances where people think they are free, but they are not the ones in control. I guess as long as we always think we're calling the shots, all is well. Nice job on the free verse.

Good luck in the contest!

Kim

 Comment Written 03-Mar-2017


reply by the author on 04-Mar-2017
    Kind words, KIm, and much appreciated! Best wishes,Tony
Comment from lyenochka
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This is a very thought-provoking poem! It's true that the wounds we carry within is part of what shapes us. But to be truly free, it has to begin within us and compassion for others is what enables us to help others reach for their freedom.

 Comment Written 03-Mar-2017


reply by the author on 08-Mar-2017
    Many thanks, Lyenochka, for dropping by to review "Freedom" and for your kind words about it. Much appreciated! Tony
Comment from Hitcher
Exceptional
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We
may elude
oppression
but it takes much more than that
to break the bonds
that spiders spin
around a victim's heart.
I loved this particular stanza friend, bloody brilliant!
Good luck it the contest, you have and excellent poem !

 Comment Written 03-Mar-2017


reply by the author on 09-Mar-2017
    Many thanks, Hutcher, for dropping by to review "Freedom" and for the six stars and your kind words about the poem. Much appreciated! Tony
Comment from Aussie
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Well done poet. Some create cages, some are caged. I own my disability, it doesn't stop me from feeding the wild birds, listening to their birdsong. If we do one thing per day, we have achieved.

 Comment Written 03-Mar-2017


reply by the author on 09-Mar-2017
    Many thanks, Aussie, for dropping by to review "Freedom" and for your kind words about it. Much appreciated! Tony
Comment from Jesse James Doty
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Excellent commentary and beautiful free verse poetry! I was so blown away with "The Moth" and now this, if it is possible, is even better. More timely. You "speak for all who are outcast from society." Yes, you do, and in such a well-written style. I want to show this to my friend, his name is David, and he loves your work as much as I do. So, I will add this to my bookcase. Your most brilliant point is that "without inner peace and equanimity, we're never truly balanced, never fully free." Others have written similar ideas, but your way is my favorite way. Thanks for sharing your talent and wisdom with me.
Your friend, Jesse

 Comment Written 03-Mar-2017


reply by the author on 09-Mar-2017
    Many thanks, Jesse, for dropping by to review "Freedom" and for the six stars and your kind words about the poem. Much appreciated! I'm delighted that both you and David enjoyed it. Tony
reply by Jesse James Doty on 09-Mar-2017
    It was my pleasure. David said it was 'deep'. I love sharing great poetry with others. Thanks, Tony, for penning such a great poem.
Comment from harmony13
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Excellent Poem! The words of this poem have a beautiful message. The author's words are heart felt, strong and thought provoking. Many times when others
ask me what is most important - the answer is always to have inner peace.
The reader pondered on the words of this poem. Thank you......

 Comment Written 03-Mar-2017


reply by the author on 09-Mar-2017
    Many thanks, Harmony, for dropping by to review "Freedom" and for your kind words about it. Much appreciated! Tony
Comment from Janet Foor
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Tony - this is an excellent free verse poem. Very thought provoking with layers and depth. Excellent artwork and presentation.
Your last stanza speaks volumes.

Well done
Blessings
Janet


 Comment Written 03-Mar-2017


reply by the author on 09-Mar-2017
    Many thanks, Janet, for dropping by to review "Freedom" and for your kind words about it. Much appreciated! Tony
Comment from Dawn Munro
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I am so afraid sometimes that we trade off, that we don't allow ourselves the freedoms we should, and then I am reminded of those lives that are never free, people running from tyranny and war...victims of deep and painful losses...

and I count my blessings.

This is my reaction to your marvelous free verse poem...Best of luck in the contest.

 Comment Written 03-Mar-2017


reply by the author on 09-Mar-2017
    Many thanks, Dawn, for dropping by to review "Freedom" and for your response to it. Much appreciated! Tony
reply by Dawn Munro on 09-Mar-2017
    You're very welcome, Tony.
Comment from Maureen's Pen
Exceptional
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Dear Tony, another wonderful work to sit back and ponder. I loved the essence of this work, the wisdom and the closing speaks such truth. A well placed free verse, it captures not only heart, but gives hope, a gentle compassion to help with a gentle push to keep striving for that inner peace. It is indeed attainable.
Good luck in the contest, my friend.
Thanks for sharing.
m

 Comment Written 03-Mar-2017


reply by the author on 09-Mar-2017
    Thank you so much, Maureen, for this lovely review and for the six star accolade. Both very much appreciated, as always. Tony