Baby Boomer's Lament
Ah, the dreams we had52 total reviews
Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell
I really enjoyed your rhyme scheme here, it certainly made the subject matter work well. Unfortunately, I can remember the 50's 60's so well, I loved them but it was so long ago which show my age. :( But we did have fun, didn't we. Well done, a very well written poem. :) Sandra x
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reply by the author on 14-Jan-2018
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I really enjoyed your rhyme scheme here, it certainly made the subject matter work well. Unfortunately, I can remember the 50's 60's so well, I loved them but it was so long ago which show my age. :( But we did have fun, didn't we. Well done, a very well written poem. :) Sandra x
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Comment Written 13-Jan-2018
reply by the author on 14-Jan-2018
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Thank you.
Comment from rjuselius
This is a great philosophical sentiment dear victor! This is the essence of life but still rather unrealistic. A pipe dream about human nature. A lovely social commentary.
Thanks for sharing!
Blessings and a big squeeze!
Rebekka x
reply by the author on 14-Jan-2018
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This is a great philosophical sentiment dear victor! This is the essence of life but still rather unrealistic. A pipe dream about human nature. A lovely social commentary.
Thanks for sharing!
Blessings and a big squeeze!
Rebekka x
Comment Written 13-Jan-2018
reply by the author on 14-Jan-2018
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Yes, probably always will be a pipe-dream, unfortunately. Thank you tho.
Comment from royowen
Having lived through the topsy turvy days, but halcyon years of hope and change, of the 50s, 60s and 70s, I must say, the modern more financial, technology, cynically driven days of 80s, 90s and naughties, are a somewhat disappointing latter years, where have they gone. Well done, excellent look at "progress" well done. Blessings, Roy
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Having lived through the topsy turvy days, but halcyon years of hope and change, of the 50s, 60s and 70s, I must say, the modern more financial, technology, cynically driven days of 80s, 90s and naughties, are a somewhat disappointing latter years, where have they gone. Well done, excellent look at "progress" well done. Blessings, Roy
Comment Written 13-Jan-2018
reply by the author on 14-Jan-2018
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Thank you, Roy.
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Most welcome
Comment from afraazsidhu
Hi there,
I simply loved the poem for its rhyming, use of simple words and above all, a great message of one mankind. You deserve the six star rating. I would have given you a even higher rating if that was available!
reply by the author on 14-Jan-2018
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Hi there,
I simply loved the poem for its rhyming, use of simple words and above all, a great message of one mankind. You deserve the six star rating. I would have given you a even higher rating if that was available!
Comment Written 12-Jan-2018
reply by the author on 14-Jan-2018
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Thank you very sincerely.
Comment from Jeffrey L. Michaux
I like your work. I like the flow, the accompanying artwork, the message. I like the rhyming aspect also. This work was well written and well done. Thank you for sharing.
reply by the author on 15-Jan-2018
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I like your work. I like the flow, the accompanying artwork, the message. I like the rhyming aspect also. This work was well written and well done. Thank you for sharing.
Comment Written 12-Jan-2018
reply by the author on 15-Jan-2018
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Thank you for reading it.
Comment from Brigitte Elko
The dream goes on, my friend. I really enjoyed this poem with its description and historical reference. Being a "Baby Boomer" I can relate. Very well written. Thank you for sharing.
Brigitte
reply by the author on 15-Jan-2018
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The dream goes on, my friend. I really enjoyed this poem with its description and historical reference. Being a "Baby Boomer" I can relate. Very well written. Thank you for sharing.
Brigitte
Comment Written 12-Jan-2018
reply by the author on 15-Jan-2018
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I'm glad it resonated with you. Thank you.
Comment from Gert sherwood
Hello victortouche
I get the picture that you baby Boomers had a tough time from what you said about needing to
Raise your fists in rage, ( to )
let us out of our cages
Gert
reply by the author on 15-Jan-2018
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Hello victortouche
I get the picture that you baby Boomers had a tough time from what you said about needing to
Raise your fists in rage, ( to )
let us out of our cages
Gert
Comment Written 12-Jan-2018
reply by the author on 15-Jan-2018
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The site recorded none of my longer reply. Frustrating.The gov. just continued on with complete disregard for our political wishes. It was the ol double standard and typical avoidance.It was taking our generation for granted and the " shoot to kill order given by Daley at the Democratic convention.We had completely broken down as a society and observance of our inherent civil rights. It was our one chance to kick the "good o;e boys"out of office. But we just ended up becoming part of the establishnent. Sad.
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I'm not much into politics, but I understand your frustrations
Gert
Comment from mermaids
Your poem reflects the goals of a time gone by. The world has changed from the ideals of brotherhood and our world seems to be more materialistic. Excellent free verse form.
reply by the author on 15-Jan-2018
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Your poem reflects the goals of a time gone by. The world has changed from the ideals of brotherhood and our world seems to be more materialistic. Excellent free verse form.
Comment Written 12-Jan-2018
reply by the author on 15-Jan-2018
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Yes, true. But I have read (limitedly) that each generation follows in a predictable pattern, and thing are never completely hopeless.
Comment from Dan Diego
We are about the same age. That means your poem resonated with me. You set us up with Pink Floyd, drop a Nixon and a 'Nam on us, then soothe those wounds with a nice series of rhymes to remind us of how we got to where we are. Good job. It was a fun read, gave me spirit, made me want to go out and protest something. Thanks for sharing. It resonated.
reply by the author on 15-Jan-2018
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We are about the same age. That means your poem resonated with me. You set us up with Pink Floyd, drop a Nixon and a 'Nam on us, then soothe those wounds with a nice series of rhymes to remind us of how we got to where we are. Good job. It was a fun read, gave me spirit, made me want to go out and protest something. Thanks for sharing. It resonated.
Comment Written 12-Jan-2018
reply by the author on 15-Jan-2018
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I'm glad it did. Those felt like special times with real change just around the corner-but we helped, just not enough. But I do think we made a dent.
Comment from James H. Oldfield
In stanza four, should it be "we've tamed"? (Really sorry if I'm completely missing the point, there :) ).
Excellent poem. My wife's forever having to remind me how very different the 60s/70s in the US were, to what we had over here.
Very well done, good work.
-James
reply by the author on 15-Jan-2018
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In stanza four, should it be "we've tamed"? (Really sorry if I'm completely missing the point, there :) ).
Excellent poem. My wife's forever having to remind me how very different the 60s/70s in the US were, to what we had over here.
Very well done, good work.
-James
Comment Written 12-Jan-2018
reply by the author on 15-Jan-2018
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James, me boyo, U are absolutely correct. Thanks for informing me. My ignorance always seems to shine brighter than myeducation. :)
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Haha, you should see some of the mistakes I've let slip through the net, previously :) -James
