Cry Havoc!
A monster goes berserk.16 total reviews
Comment from lyenochka
Yes, he is indeed a monster. And monsters should not be armed. Of course, there are crazy killers who use knives and cars but we shouldn't make it so easy to buy guns. Thanks for showing us the gun-wrenching effect of this kind of horror.
reply by the author on 07-Apr-2021
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Yes, he is indeed a monster. And monsters should not be armed. Of course, there are crazy killers who use knives and cars but we shouldn't make it so easy to buy guns. Thanks for showing us the gun-wrenching effect of this kind of horror.
Comment Written 07-Apr-2021
reply by the author on 07-Apr-2021
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Many thanks, lyenochka, for your kind praise and understanding. Rod
Comment from Bill Schott
This poem, Cry Havoc!, renders a bloody, but far too accurate idea of what occurs when a lunatic and a fire arm are allowed to come together. People kill people, so keep nuts from guns.
reply by the author on 31-Mar-2021
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This poem, Cry Havoc!, renders a bloody, but far too accurate idea of what occurs when a lunatic and a fire arm are allowed to come together. People kill people, so keep nuts from guns.
Comment Written 31-Mar-2021
reply by the author on 31-Mar-2021
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I could not agree with you more, Bill. Many thanks for reviewing my poem. Rod
Comment from Susan Larson
I have conducted several open mike poetry readings in our community. Usually over half the participants are middle and high school kids. I've had parents come up and thank me with tears in their eyes because these kids are. It allowed to express their thoughts and feelings in school. I'm not a psychologist, but I've seen first hand kids being silenced and even punished for sharing their true feelings. Just wonder if there's just a lot of pent up anger out there...
reply by the author on 31-Mar-2021
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I have conducted several open mike poetry readings in our community. Usually over half the participants are middle and high school kids. I've had parents come up and thank me with tears in their eyes because these kids are. It allowed to express their thoughts and feelings in school. I'm not a psychologist, but I've seen first hand kids being silenced and even punished for sharing their true feelings. Just wonder if there's just a lot of pent up anger out there...
Comment Written 31-Mar-2021
reply by the author on 31-Mar-2021
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When I taught, I was often surprised by the kind of anguish students expressed in their writing, only because they trusted me. I wrote this poem to vent my feelings. Many thanks for sharing. Rod
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When I subbed I heard a lot..... because they trusted me
Comment from Mia Twysted
It surprises me, the things we humans can do with no signs of caring or remorse. There is a demon in us all and sometimes it wins out.
Your piece brings to light the violence that is growing here n this day and age. It makes the reader think about how better to protect themselves.
reply by the author on 30-Mar-2021
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It surprises me, the things we humans can do with no signs of caring or remorse. There is a demon in us all and sometimes it wins out.
Your piece brings to light the violence that is growing here n this day and age. It makes the reader think about how better to protect themselves.
Comment Written 30-Mar-2021
reply by the author on 30-Mar-2021
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Everything you say here is true. Violence is much too commonplace. I allowed my emotions to get carried away when I wrote this. Many thanks for sharing.
Comment from Mary Vigasin
The problem lies there are so many monsters out there. Your poem outlines one of these tragedies; we never know why these events happen: isolation, upbringing, mental illness, rejection. You're poem while well-versed is a sad commentary of the day.
Regards.
Mary
reply by the author on 30-Mar-2021
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The problem lies there are so many monsters out there. Your poem outlines one of these tragedies; we never know why these events happen: isolation, upbringing, mental illness, rejection. You're poem while well-versed is a sad commentary of the day.
Regards.
Mary
Comment Written 30-Mar-2021
reply by the author on 30-Mar-2021
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What you say is too true, Mary. The WHY of these happenings is only a guess. Many thanks for sharing my poem.
Comment from Erika Seshadri
Yeah, you need a violence disclaimer on this one, STAT.
"A woman from the bank emerged.
He shot her in the head.
He laughed and shot her once again,
delighted she was dead."
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reply by the author on 30-Mar-2021
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Yeah, you need a violence disclaimer on this one, STAT.
"A woman from the bank emerged.
He shot her in the head.
He laughed and shot her once again,
delighted she was dead."
This rating does not count towards story rating or author rank.
The highest and the lowest rating are not included in calculations.
Comment Written 30-Mar-2021
reply by the author on 30-Mar-2021
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You are absolutely right. Thanks for bringing that to my attention.
Comment from Janice Canerdy
There are evil people whose actions defy comprehension. Seldom can their actions be predicted or explained. Your poem describes scenes of unspeakable horror--the type we hear about on the news every day!
reply by the author on 29-Mar-2021
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There are evil people whose actions defy comprehension. Seldom can their actions be predicted or explained. Your poem describes scenes of unspeakable horror--the type we hear about on the news every day!
Comment Written 29-Mar-2021
reply by the author on 29-Mar-2021
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You have summarized the intent of my poem perfectly, Janice. Thank you so much for reviewing.
Comment from equestrik
Ys, this man is indeed a monster. This is a good presentation for the contest with your chosen picture to go with your words. All the best to you in the contest.
reply by the author on 29-Mar-2021
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Ys, this man is indeed a monster. This is a good presentation for the contest with your chosen picture to go with your words. All the best to you in the contest.
Comment Written 29-Mar-2021
reply by the author on 29-Mar-2021
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Thank you for your review of my poem.
Comment from Wendy G
Absolutely right. Unbelievable story in a poem, just totally horrific. You captured the characteristics of a true monster very well in this well-written poem. Best wishes for the contest.
reply by the author on 29-Mar-2021
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Absolutely right. Unbelievable story in a poem, just totally horrific. You captured the characteristics of a true monster very well in this well-written poem. Best wishes for the contest.
Comment Written 29-Mar-2021
reply by the author on 29-Mar-2021
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Thank you very much, Wendy, for your high praise of my poem.
Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose
A monster goes berserk.
Cry Havoc!
I agree he is a monster. So many shootings in America and no gun control laws yet. I hope we pass a bill soon, a hard thing to do with republican opposition. Great entry for the
A Monster writing prompt contest.
reply by the author on 29-Mar-2021
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A monster goes berserk.
Cry Havoc!
I agree he is a monster. So many shootings in America and no gun control laws yet. I hope we pass a bill soon, a hard thing to do with republican opposition. Great entry for the
A Monster writing prompt contest.
Comment Written 29-Mar-2021
reply by the author on 29-Mar-2021
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Thank you so much, Gypsy, for your review and comments. Some argue there are enough gun control laws in place already that are not being enforced. I ask, WHY NOT?
