Sole Survivor
She played dead to survive22 total reviews
Comment from Sanku
you have developed an expertise to write loop poem. This loop tells the incredibly brave story of Sister Vivian Bulwinkle. What trauma she would have suffered ,Thanks for sharing..
reply by the author on 30-Apr-2024
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you have developed an expertise to write loop poem. This loop tells the incredibly brave story of Sister Vivian Bulwinkle. What trauma she would have suffered ,Thanks for sharing..
Comment Written 30-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 30-Apr-2024
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Hi Sanku, She was the most highly decorated woman in WW2. Thanks for reading. K xx
Comment from nancyjam
I enjoyed learning about this brave lady in your poem and in your notes.
Your poem is well written, with strong images and smooth flow.
Thank you for sharing her story.
Nancy
reply by the author on 30-Apr-2024
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I enjoyed learning about this brave lady in your poem and in your notes.
Your poem is well written, with strong images and smooth flow.
Thank you for sharing her story.
Nancy
Comment Written 29-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 30-Apr-2024
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Hello Nancyjam, Many thanks for reading. She was Knighted by the King. One of our great female heroes. K xx
Comment from Begin Again
Sister Vivian Bullwinkle desires every praise, award, and good will that anyone can give to her. She rose above her fear and bravely stood her ground, fighting for those around her. Very well written.
Smiles, Carol
reply by the author on 29-Apr-2024
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Sister Vivian Bullwinkle desires every praise, award, and good will that anyone can give to her. She rose above her fear and bravely stood her ground, fighting for those around her. Very well written.
Smiles, Carol
Comment Written 29-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 29-Apr-2024
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Hello Carol, Thanks for reading. She was Knighted by the King. Went on to teach young nurses. One special lady. K xx
Comment from GWHARGIS
Wow. What a story. She was definitely a hero. Wild War 2 was a wake up call for the world. Such atrocities that were commonplace all over the world. I might just have to look her story up. Things and people like these should never be forgotten. Thank you for sharing. Gretchen
reply by the author on 29-Apr-2024
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Wow. What a story. She was definitely a hero. Wild War 2 was a wake up call for the world. Such atrocities that were commonplace all over the world. I might just have to look her story up. Things and people like these should never be forgotten. Thank you for sharing. Gretchen
Comment Written 29-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 29-Apr-2024
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Hello Gretchen, Thanks for reading, yes, do look her up. She was Knighted by the King. Blessings, Kay.
Comment from gansach
This is an excellent piece for War and History poetry. The structure of beginning a line with the last word of the previous line is fascinating. This story of a brave nurse is tragic, beautiful, and inspiring. Very nice job! Best Wishes!
reply by the author on 29-Apr-2024
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This is an excellent piece for War and History poetry. The structure of beginning a line with the last word of the previous line is fascinating. This story of a brave nurse is tragic, beautiful, and inspiring. Very nice job! Best Wishes!
Comment Written 29-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 29-Apr-2024
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Thank you gansach. I started writing Loop style poetry and was hooked. It is more of a challenge than just rhyming. Blessings, Kay.
Comment from Lisasview
Fantastic poem and story...loved it...
But I have a question???Since WW11 ended in 1945 how could Vivian been born in 1942?.......
Lisasview now in beautiful Spain....
reply by the author on 29-Apr-2024
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Fantastic poem and story...loved it...
But I have a question???Since WW11 ended in 1945 how could Vivian been born in 1942?.......
Lisasview now in beautiful Spain....
Comment Written 28-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 29-Apr-2024
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Yep, you're not the only one that picked it up. She was born 18/9/1915 in Kapunda, South Australia. Many thanks for reading. K xx
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I thought it was a typo?
Lisa
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No, I was very tired and should have left it to the next day. Thus a mistake. Thanks, Kay xx Hot stuff in Spain?
Comment from BethShelby
What an amazing story. There are many amazing people who have stories of how they suffered such horrible torture but had a spirit too strong to be broken. Your poem is a beautiful tribute to her.
reply by the author on 29-Apr-2024
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What an amazing story. There are many amazing people who have stories of how they suffered such horrible torture but had a spirit too strong to be broken. Your poem is a beautiful tribute to her.
Comment Written 28-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 29-Apr-2024
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Hi Beth, I needed to edit her birthday to 1915 in a country town in South Australia! Thanks for reading my friend. She was highly decorated for bravery under fire. K xx
Comment from Marilyn Hamilton
Wow. What an incredible story this was. I am amazed at the strength people find when in these incredibly difficult situations and how they manage to save their own lives through ingenuity and intelligence. I am not sure I would be able to do the same. Thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 29-Apr-2024
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Wow. What an incredible story this was. I am amazed at the strength people find when in these incredibly difficult situations and how they manage to save their own lives through ingenuity and intelligence. I am not sure I would be able to do the same. Thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 28-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 29-Apr-2024
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Hi Marilyn, Many thanks for reading. We don't know how we would react given the circumstance and we are stronger than we think. K xx
Comment from Shirley Ann Bunyan
This is a wonderful tribute to Nurse Vivian.
The structure is interesting. Is there a name for this particular format?
What a courageous woman she was. Inspirational and your poem does a masterful job of recording this. Well done.
reply by the author on 29-Apr-2024
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This is a wonderful tribute to Nurse Vivian.
The structure is interesting. Is there a name for this particular format?
What a courageous woman she was. Inspirational and your poem does a masterful job of recording this. Well done.
Comment Written 28-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 29-Apr-2024
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Yes, Shirley. I generally write Loop style poetry. I find it a challenge. Thanks so much for reading and your kind remarks. K xx
Comment from Mrs. KT
Good morning, Kay,
I was drawn to your loop poem paying tribute to the courage of Sister Vivian as my uncle, Sgt. William A. Kenel was also taken prisoner by the Japanese when the Philippines were surrendered. He survived being a POW for 31 months at Cabanatuan Prison only to die at the hands of an American submarine blast from the U.S.S. Snook, while he and 1500+ POWs were chained in the hold of the Japanese Hell-ship, the Arisan Maru.
So much suffering and courage, which you relate well in your poem.
Please note:
In your Author's Notes, you state that Sister Vivian was born in 1942.
Actually, Vivian Bullwinkel was born on 18 December 1915 in Kapunda, South Australia,
Thank you for sharing!
diane
reply by the author on 28-Apr-2024
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Good morning, Kay,
I was drawn to your loop poem paying tribute to the courage of Sister Vivian as my uncle, Sgt. William A. Kenel was also taken prisoner by the Japanese when the Philippines were surrendered. He survived being a POW for 31 months at Cabanatuan Prison only to die at the hands of an American submarine blast from the U.S.S. Snook, while he and 1500+ POWs were chained in the hold of the Japanese Hell-ship, the Arisan Maru.
So much suffering and courage, which you relate well in your poem.
Please note:
In your Author's Notes, you state that Sister Vivian was born in 1942.
Actually, Vivian Bullwinkel was born on 18 December 1915 in Kapunda, South Australia,
Thank you for sharing!
diane
Comment Written 28-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 28-Apr-2024
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Diane, Many thanks for picking up the wrong date!
Forgive an old lady, I do make mistakes. Every family has a story of a lost loved one in the war. Bless you, my friend. Kay XX
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So very much enjoyed, Kay!
Thank you for sharing!
diane
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War is so bloody useless. Now, the nukes are hard at work killing Ukrainians. I've given up watching TV.
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But wait, there's more...Cold Wind Blowing. K xx
