A Lasting Peace Without the Tears
Viewing comments for Chapter 5 "Congrats! Now We Want a Peace!"Simply my feelings towards a lasting one.
65 total reviews
Comment from AngelOfDeath
Great poem, very true and very ironic. It's a shame that things have to be this way, well they don't but no one's taking the proper stand to prevent and that is exactly what is needed. Once again, great poem, keep it up.
reply by the author on 11-Mar-2008
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Great poem, very true and very ironic. It's a shame that things have to be this way, well they don't but no one's taking the proper stand to prevent and that is exactly what is needed. Once again, great poem, keep it up.
Comment Written 10-Mar-2008
reply by the author on 11-Mar-2008
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Thank you very much for this review and the compliments.
Comment from Winslow
Dear Mike,
It seems you have no faith in the current Pakistani regime. Perhaps you are remembering the bumbling of the past. Like supporting the Taliban against the Russians. We spin like an eccentric top, supporting those who will turn on us in the future. Interesting poem.
Warm regards,
Winslow
reply by the author on 11-Mar-2008
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Dear Mike,
It seems you have no faith in the current Pakistani regime. Perhaps you are remembering the bumbling of the past. Like supporting the Taliban against the Russians. We spin like an eccentric top, supporting those who will turn on us in the future. Interesting poem.
Warm regards,
Winslow
Comment Written 10-Mar-2008
reply by the author on 11-Mar-2008
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No I have faith, but the president I believe is doing the right thing, but needless to say this has created a backlash and opposition has gotten in. It is the Talaban-style militants making overatures to the newly elected parties that have me concerned. I know the president has held power here and there, but I haven't necessarily seen this as a bad thing. I just hope remembering history and coomon sense pervails. Well, we tend to do the right thing, countries take our aid, then decry us as the problem, this too go on in Pakistan. In short they need our help and my feeling is by reading between the line, also provide balance becaus of countries like Iran. Thank you very much for the compliments and this review.
Comment from Nanette Mary
Hullo Mike K2 ....
This is a surprising piece of writing in that you project yourself into the mind-set of those over in Pakistan. Your lengthy notes are most informative and you bring out several points which may not always be given a second thought by those who do not think deeply about such things.
Thank you for sharing this with us.
With love from .... Nanette Mary.
reply by the author on 11-Mar-2008
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Hullo Mike K2 ....
This is a surprising piece of writing in that you project yourself into the mind-set of those over in Pakistan. Your lengthy notes are most informative and you bring out several points which may not always be given a second thought by those who do not think deeply about such things.
Thank you for sharing this with us.
With love from .... Nanette Mary.
Comment Written 10-Mar-2008
reply by the author on 11-Mar-2008
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Think of a thirteen year old child, I was there, then I learned. Thank you for the compliments and this review.
Comment from Pili Pubul
I agree with you point of view, like the poem and even more the notes, my hope of humanity changing is very slim, and yet we must deal with the present, not an easy task ....
reply by the author on 11-Mar-2008
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I agree with you point of view, like the poem and even more the notes, my hope of humanity changing is very slim, and yet we must deal with the present, not an easy task ....
Comment Written 10-Mar-2008
reply by the author on 11-Mar-2008
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I agreee with your statement, staying the same is a lot better then backsliding and keeping thoughts towards future ideals maybe will prevent this. Thank you very much for your compliments and this review.
Comment from volunteer angel
Terrorism seems to be everywhere these days. Until it's put down permanently, there will be wars and more wars. Your notes are very accurate about our past history and also about the trouble between the Iraelis and Pakistan. Does Pakistan really want peace? Your poem gives the reader a lot to think about. Great job! V.A.
reply by the author on 11-Mar-2008
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Terrorism seems to be everywhere these days. Until it's put down permanently, there will be wars and more wars. Your notes are very accurate about our past history and also about the trouble between the Iraelis and Pakistan. Does Pakistan really want peace? Your poem gives the reader a lot to think about. Great job! V.A.
Comment Written 10-Mar-2008
reply by the author on 11-Mar-2008
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You mean Palistinians, honestly those that do are in the minority and for the others it is a delaying tactic. I thank you for your compliments and tis review.
Comment from AlvinTEthington
Very good social criticism, but until I read the author's notes I could not contextualize it (because there are so many wars going on in the world.) Pakistan, an American ally, was one of only three countries in the world to recognize the Taliban regime in Afghanistan as legitimate (the other two, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, were also American allies.) The poem flows well and makes its point well. My one major comment is this--Is there some way you can contextualize the poem so the reader knows whereof you write? I read it about the American response to the Iraqi war until the author's notes, so I had a very skewed idea of what you wanted to say until then. This is a very good message and it needs to be put in the best transmission to the reader possible. If you do decide to revise, let me know and I shall re-review.
reply by the author on 11-Mar-2008
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Very good social criticism, but until I read the author's notes I could not contextualize it (because there are so many wars going on in the world.) Pakistan, an American ally, was one of only three countries in the world to recognize the Taliban regime in Afghanistan as legitimate (the other two, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, were also American allies.) The poem flows well and makes its point well. My one major comment is this--Is there some way you can contextualize the poem so the reader knows whereof you write? I read it about the American response to the Iraqi war until the author's notes, so I had a very skewed idea of what you wanted to say until then. This is a very good message and it needs to be put in the best transmission to the reader possible. If you do decide to revise, let me know and I shall re-review.
Comment Written 10-Mar-2008
reply by the author on 11-Mar-2008
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Well, if they recognized the Taliban, there in their county now. My main concern with Pakistan is that their election is because of their presidents action, which to me is effective and sent them back over to Afganistan. I really hope that those opposition parties don't decide to do business with the militants. I hope a recollection of history and common sense pervails. Thank you very much for this review and the compliments.
Oh, any idea if this recognition was before or after the current president took power. He really has seemed to hot up on that group.
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I believe the recognition of the Taliban as the legitimate government of Afghanistan was before the current Pakistani administration took power.
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I had the feeling, hence some of the measures that were taken. I know a few Pakistani's and they have my prayers as they have been nice people.
Comment from Terangi
I consider myself pretty ignorant to political issues (I know, shameful), however, your poem still struck some chords in me. I had different countries in my mind as I read your poem than from what you explained in your author notes, but I think it's great that your poem is universal and applicable to multiple scenarios.
My favorite verse: We want to talk to you, since you are stated peace champs. We Promise. We'll use another country for our terrorist camps.
Another favorite line: We will be good and appear to be helping you...
Thanks for your insight through your poetry.
reply by the author on 11-Mar-2008
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I consider myself pretty ignorant to political issues (I know, shameful), however, your poem still struck some chords in me. I had different countries in my mind as I read your poem than from what you explained in your author notes, but I think it's great that your poem is universal and applicable to multiple scenarios.
My favorite verse: We want to talk to you, since you are stated peace champs. We Promise. We'll use another country for our terrorist camps.
Another favorite line: We will be good and appear to be helping you...
Thanks for your insight through your poetry.
Comment Written 10-Mar-2008
reply by the author on 11-Mar-2008
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You would not be incorrect for thinking of other countries. Iraq trys to make their peace an all inclusive thing and at times, that helps to continue the problems. Thank you for sharing with me your favorite lines, the compliments and this review. Mike
Comment from Lady Waukesha
Excellent commentary. Well done! This is a very good piece--you should get it published. I think the author notes are as good or better than the poem. Two thumbs up to you!
reply by the author on 10-Mar-2008
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Excellent commentary. Well done! This is a very good piece--you should get it published. I think the author notes are as good or better than the poem. Two thumbs up to you!
Comment Written 10-Mar-2008
reply by the author on 10-Mar-2008
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Wow, I really appreciate a review like this one. I thank you for it and the compliments as well. Mike
Comment from Kaze
Great poem with a great message about peace. The world is falling apart, and these sentiments are much needed nowadays. I hope these ideals will one day really drive international politics
reply by the author on 10-Mar-2008
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Great poem with a great message about peace. The world is falling apart, and these sentiments are much needed nowadays. I hope these ideals will one day really drive international politics
Comment Written 10-Mar-2008
reply by the author on 10-Mar-2008
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The ideals tend to come and go with the changing of political realities. The world will always fall apart, but I always pray that we catch it with the minium of sacrifice. I really love your words in this review and thank you for the compliments.
Comment from Alexander E Poet
You are absolutely ridht, and I love it! Excellent, truly excellent write! Beautifully put, a wakeup call for our world today.
reply by the author on 10-Mar-2008
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You are absolutely ridht, and I love it! Excellent, truly excellent write! Beautifully put, a wakeup call for our world today.
Comment Written 10-Mar-2008
reply by the author on 10-Mar-2008
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Thank you very much for your compliments and this review.
