Carving Hope in Cabanatuan
A POW's act to keep hope alive during World War II34 total reviews
Comment from jaeladarling
Thank you for sharing your uncle's touching story. What a survivor he was! Both the poem and the back story were interesting reads. Thank you for sharing this with us, and good luck in the contest.
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Thank you for sharing your uncle's touching story. What a survivor he was! Both the poem and the back story were interesting reads. Thank you for sharing this with us, and good luck in the contest.
Comment Written 15-Feb-2009
Comment from joan marie
This could really apply to all our veterans. Most of whom performed duties and actions we would never have to. Especially those held captive. Beautifully written on a tragedy. We all need to remember. joan marie
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This could really apply to all our veterans. Most of whom performed duties and actions we would never have to. Especially those held captive. Beautifully written on a tragedy. We all need to remember. joan marie
Comment Written 15-Feb-2009
Comment from mildredmolanki
An incredibly poignant poem, made so interesting by it's reality and your personal link. On reading this I found myself wishing it was presented as a short story, as it has so much info that could be expanded upon. Fascinating. MM
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An incredibly poignant poem, made so interesting by it's reality and your personal link. On reading this I found myself wishing it was presented as a short story, as it has so much info that could be expanded upon. Fascinating. MM
Comment Written 15-Feb-2009
Comment from Cedar
What a beautiful piece. It's one of the best that I have read. It is certainly well written and will capture the readers heart. The picture at the end says it all.
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What a beautiful piece. It's one of the best that I have read. It is certainly well written and will capture the readers heart. The picture at the end says it all.
Comment Written 15-Feb-2009
Comment from Wendyanne
Wow what a powerful piece of expertly written poetry Mrs KT. Your story certainly fascinated me although the ending is very sad. What a lovely unexpected gift for those left behind to grieve
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Wow what a powerful piece of expertly written poetry Mrs KT. Your story certainly fascinated me although the ending is very sad. What a lovely unexpected gift for those left behind to grieve
Comment Written 15-Feb-2009
Comment from Carol D Parker
How can I rate this when I'm crying so mmuch? This is so heart wrenching. It's a poem that tells the truth, shakes the inner being of the reader, and melts his heart. It's beyond a critique. It's perfect. It tells a sad but magnificent story. I'll never forget it. I still can't stop crying...
Delora
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How can I rate this when I'm crying so mmuch? This is so heart wrenching. It's a poem that tells the truth, shakes the inner being of the reader, and melts his heart. It's beyond a critique. It's perfect. It tells a sad but magnificent story. I'll never forget it. I still can't stop crying...
Delora
Comment Written 15-Feb-2009
Comment from Scarlettdreams
Wow, this is profoundly sad. We owe such a huge debt of gratitude to the men and women that serve our country. You capture well at least one of them here who has made a huge sacrifice. Bravo
reply by the author on 15-Feb-2009
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Wow, this is profoundly sad. We owe such a huge debt of gratitude to the men and women that serve our country. You capture well at least one of them here who has made a huge sacrifice. Bravo
Comment Written 15-Feb-2009
reply by the author on 15-Feb-2009
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Hello Friend! Thank you for your kind review and for stopping by! diane
Comment from KYPollard/El Gato
this is a beautiful tribute to your uncle. it is well written and well presened. thank you for sharing this preciaous memory. good luck.
reply by the author on 15-Feb-2009
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this is a beautiful tribute to your uncle. it is well written and well presened. thank you for sharing this preciaous memory. good luck.
Comment Written 15-Feb-2009
reply by the author on 15-Feb-2009
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Hello! So pleased you stopped by and enjoyed your visit! Thank you! diane
Comment from Joan E.
Thank you for writing this wonderful tribute to your uncle, which also honors other brave young men, as well. I especially enjoyed three key lines: "figure...would bear testament to his existence," "damaged hands ceased trembling enough to bring life to it" and "carved to keep hope alive". I also found the shape of your poem very appealing.
How marvelous that you have the "robin".
reply by the author on 15-Feb-2009
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Thank you for writing this wonderful tribute to your uncle, which also honors other brave young men, as well. I especially enjoyed three key lines: "figure...would bear testament to his existence," "damaged hands ceased trembling enough to bring life to it" and "carved to keep hope alive". I also found the shape of your poem very appealing.
How marvelous that you have the "robin".
Comment Written 15-Feb-2009
reply by the author on 15-Feb-2009
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Hello Joan! Thank you for your thoughtful review! Am so pleased that you stopped by! diane
Comment from Judian James
Your author's notes brought me to tears. This is an excellent piece of writing and such a wonderful tribute to your uncle who died way too young and in such a misfortunate way. So sad and poignant Diane. excellent
reply by the author on 15-Feb-2009
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Your author's notes brought me to tears. This is an excellent piece of writing and such a wonderful tribute to your uncle who died way too young and in such a misfortunate way. So sad and poignant Diane. excellent
Comment Written 15-Feb-2009
reply by the author on 15-Feb-2009
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Hey Fried! So pleased you stopped by this morning (and that you are feeling better!!!) Take Care and thank you! diane
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Hey there! You did receive my check, yes?
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Hello Friend!
Yes! To your question...but I have had the flu all week as well!!!!!!
So glad you are feeling better!!
diane
