Baby Boomer's Lament
Ah, the dreams we had52 total reviews
Comment from Teri7
This is a very well written poem you have penned about the baby boomers. You used very good descriptive wording and very good imagery. I enjoyed reading! Blessings, Teri
reply by the author on 14-Jan-2018
This is a very well written poem you have penned about the baby boomers. You used very good descriptive wording and very good imagery. I enjoyed reading! Blessings, Teri
Comment Written 13-Jan-2018
reply by the author on 14-Jan-2018
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Thank You.
Comment from sfharper
I like the way the poem seems to sing, partly from the paired couplets, partly the use of rhyme and repetition. I always feel awkward when a poem changes from one stanza form to the another, true it does follow a stanza with change. I can relate to the poem and enjoyed reading it.
reply by the author on 14-Jan-2018
I like the way the poem seems to sing, partly from the paired couplets, partly the use of rhyme and repetition. I always feel awkward when a poem changes from one stanza form to the another, true it does follow a stanza with change. I can relate to the poem and enjoyed reading it.
Comment Written 13-Jan-2018
reply by the author on 14-Jan-2018
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Thank you.
Comment from c_lucas
Everyone felt that the world would fold in the sixties. But the beat goes on. This is very well written with a smooth flow of words, making for a very interesting read.
reply by the author on 14-Jan-2018
Everyone felt that the world would fold in the sixties. But the beat goes on. This is very well written with a smooth flow of words, making for a very interesting read.
Comment Written 13-Jan-2018
reply by the author on 14-Jan-2018
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Thank you, Charlie. Are you finally feeling better?
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You're welcome, Victor. I'm not out of the woods, yet. Charlie
Comment from victor 66
As a babyboomer, I can honestly say, I thought in my later years the world would have learned so much more about war, politics and having consideration of others. What I've observed is, we have learned nothing in fifty years. Perhaps I'm just older, but as you speak of youth and hope, I too wonder where they've gone. Best wishes.
reply by the author on 14-Jan-2018
As a babyboomer, I can honestly say, I thought in my later years the world would have learned so much more about war, politics and having consideration of others. What I've observed is, we have learned nothing in fifty years. Perhaps I'm just older, but as you speak of youth and hope, I too wonder where they've gone. Best wishes.
Comment Written 13-Jan-2018
reply by the author on 14-Jan-2018
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Thank you.
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You are most welcome, Mr. Touche.
Comment from judiverse
What an excellent job of showing what shaped the baby boomers and the impact they had. I remember seeing the crowds gathered at Harvard Square and all the protests going on. A time of peace came, at least for a while. You have some shrewd observations. The attitude of your generation really comes through. Excellent use of rhyme. judi
reply by the author on 14-Jan-2018
What an excellent job of showing what shaped the baby boomers and the impact they had. I remember seeing the crowds gathered at Harvard Square and all the protests going on. A time of peace came, at least for a while. You have some shrewd observations. The attitude of your generation really comes through. Excellent use of rhyme. judi
Comment Written 13-Jan-2018
reply by the author on 14-Jan-2018
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Gosh, that was nice of you to say. lol Using gosh is kind of dated, I guess. But you just took me by surprise.
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You're very welcome. That was quite a turbulent time. judi
Comment from barbara.wilkey
I remember Vietnam and I remember Nixon. I guess that means I'm getting old. I sure don't like to admit it, but it is what it is. LOL I enjoyed reading your poem. Thank you for sharing.
reply by the author on 14-Jan-2018
I remember Vietnam and I remember Nixon. I guess that means I'm getting old. I sure don't like to admit it, but it is what it is. LOL I enjoyed reading your poem. Thank you for sharing.
Comment Written 13-Jan-2018
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Thank you, Barbara.
Comment from Sugarray77
Well done. I think you did a great job of conveying a strong opinion of Baby Boomer activism. I'm glad to see it alive and well. Thanks sharing this verse with us. Regards.
reply by the author on 14-Jan-2018
Well done. I think you did a great job of conveying a strong opinion of Baby Boomer activism. I'm glad to see it alive and well. Thanks sharing this verse with us. Regards.
Comment Written 13-Jan-2018
reply by the author on 14-Jan-2018
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Thanks for reading, and...I am happy you agree actually.
Comment from ExperiencingLiphe
I think my parents are considered baby boomers. They things you have seen have been incredible but I think that's how each generation is at a certain point. At some point I will wonder where my youth went. Great job
reply by the author on 14-Jan-2018
I think my parents are considered baby boomers. They things you have seen have been incredible but I think that's how each generation is at a certain point. At some point I will wonder where my youth went. Great job
Comment Written 13-Jan-2018
reply by the author on 14-Jan-2018
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Ha! Yes, yes you will wonder. Don't take it too hard. We cannot avoid it.
Comment from ameen786
Victor my friend, a profound write and we oldies can certainly relate to your wonderful reflections; modern times lack humanity and compassion in spite of the increase in wealth and technology, we're so behind in morals.
reply by the author on 14-Jan-2018
Victor my friend, a profound write and we oldies can certainly relate to your wonderful reflections; modern times lack humanity and compassion in spite of the increase in wealth and technology, we're so behind in morals.
Comment Written 13-Jan-2018
reply by the author on 14-Jan-2018
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Now that, is exactilly f'...n right. :)
Comment from Rasmine
Good poem.
Did you mean the first stanza of your poem or the one in your author's notes. Okay, the answer is right in front of me, LOL!
Have a good weekend.
reply by the author on 14-Jan-2018
Good poem.
Did you mean the first stanza of your poem or the one in your author's notes. Okay, the answer is right in front of me, LOL!
Have a good weekend.
Comment Written 13-Jan-2018
reply by the author on 14-Jan-2018
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Ha ha. I love a sense of humor. Thank you.