Medal of Honor
5/7/5 poem11 total reviews
Comment from poesyapprentice
It is horrible, isn't it? Fighting wars of all types for the wrong reasons, our disrespect for our service people who fought for the right ones, even from our petulant president. My grandpa was awarded the purple heart in WW II. My dad was a vet and due to delay of an MRI for prolonged pain which caused him to limp (the vet docs kept giving him pain meds and telling him to lose weight instead) he had to fall and break his hip in order for stage 4 cancer to be found. I'm very discouraged by the lack of care and respect in this country for those who serve. Great write... and good to see you are still around. Most I was fans of left before my return.
reply by the author on 19-Sep-2018
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It is horrible, isn't it? Fighting wars of all types for the wrong reasons, our disrespect for our service people who fought for the right ones, even from our petulant president. My grandpa was awarded the purple heart in WW II. My dad was a vet and due to delay of an MRI for prolonged pain which caused him to limp (the vet docs kept giving him pain meds and telling him to lose weight instead) he had to fall and break his hip in order for stage 4 cancer to be found. I'm very discouraged by the lack of care and respect in this country for those who serve. Great write... and good to see you are still around. Most I was fans of left before my return.
Comment Written 17-Sep-2018
reply by the author on 19-Sep-2018
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Thank you for this FABULOUS review. You really got it. I am in a Navy family, and share your concerns
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You're so welcome!
Comment from Sandra du Plessis
A very well-written 5-7-5 poem about the medal of honor of a parent that becomes the tool for making a few bucks from it after the owner of the medal is not there anymore.
reply by the author on 30-Aug-2018
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A very well-written 5-7-5 poem about the medal of honor of a parent that becomes the tool for making a few bucks from it after the owner of the medal is not there anymore.
Comment Written 30-Aug-2018
reply by the author on 30-Aug-2018
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Thank you for this lovely review. There is a lot of double meanings in this one. One is that "heirs" in my mind are the citizens of this country, as I feel very concerned about what's coming out of D.C. right now.
Comment from Gert sherwood
Hello Val Crisson
Read your 5-7-5
Instead of fighting over the medal for cash
Who ever has Mccain's medal in their drawer
should only value the true meaning of why and how why the medal was awarded.
Gert
reply by the author on 30-Aug-2018
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Hello Val Crisson
Read your 5-7-5
Instead of fighting over the medal for cash
Who ever has Mccain's medal in their drawer
should only value the true meaning of why and how why the medal was awarded.
Gert
Comment Written 30-Aug-2018
reply by the author on 30-Aug-2018
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Thank you, Gert. People tend to lose sight of what is of real value anymore. By "heirs" I was sort of implying to the citizens of this country, and some of the disturbing things going on in D.C.
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You are welcome and TY for you are implying to the citizens of this country, and some of the disturbing things going on in D.C
Gert
What would you like me to read next?
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Oh, Honey you don't need to read anything else. I appreciate your review, and kind words. If you are interested you can become a "fan" of mine. Maybe I will become a fan of yours.
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will do
Gert
Comment from Jannypan (Jan)
How sad to miss the one thing money can't buy. You did a good job with your 575, Val. All syllables are correct per line. Your picture words pair nicely. Best wishes. Jan
reply by the author on 29-Aug-2018
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How sad to miss the one thing money can't buy. You did a good job with your 575, Val. All syllables are correct per line. Your picture words pair nicely. Best wishes. Jan
Comment Written 29-Aug-2018
reply by the author on 29-Aug-2018
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Thank you
Comment from Raul1
True brave soldiers need a medal of honor. Those are the ones who have saved millions of lives are the real heroes. I like your poem. No mistakes in this poem. Good luck in the contest!
reply by the author on 28-Aug-2018
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True brave soldiers need a medal of honor. Those are the ones who have saved millions of lives are the real heroes. I like your poem. No mistakes in this poem. Good luck in the contest!
Comment Written 28-Aug-2018
reply by the author on 28-Aug-2018
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Thank you
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You're welcome
Comment from LeftHandedScribe
The surprise at the end is such a delight. You truly take the reader on a journey with history in just these three very brief sentences. The photo is a good companion as well!
reply by the author on 28-Aug-2018
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The surprise at the end is such a delight. You truly take the reader on a journey with history in just these three very brief sentences. The photo is a good companion as well!
Comment Written 28-Aug-2018
reply by the author on 28-Aug-2018
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Thank you, this is exactly the review I was looking for. Thank you for "looking between the lines" Hugs
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I loved this piece. I have a soft spot for anyone who has served for our country.
Comment from heart of Lou
I'm from Canada, so not up to date with American politics, although I see by the headlines some of the stuff that's going on. I hope it all gets sorted out eventually. Nice little 5-7-5 even if I don't get the meaning between the lines.
reply by the author on 28-Aug-2018
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I'm from Canada, so not up to date with American politics, although I see by the headlines some of the stuff that's going on. I hope it all gets sorted out eventually. Nice little 5-7-5 even if I don't get the meaning between the lines.
Comment Written 28-Aug-2018
reply by the author on 28-Aug-2018
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Thank you
Comment from Thomas Bowling
This is profound. The heirs don't know what the most valuable possession is. My father fought in the Pacific during world war II. His medals are my most cherished possession.
reply by the author on 28-Aug-2018
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This is profound. The heirs don't know what the most valuable possession is. My father fought in the Pacific during world war II. His medals are my most cherished possession.
Comment Written 28-Aug-2018
reply by the author on 28-Aug-2018
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This is exactly the review I was looking for, though I treasure this "six." I treasure your words more. My family has always served both sides, and I believe what is wrong with this country. We should all serve in one way or the other.
Comment from Cindy McIntyre
This is a wonderful tribute to John McCain. Like you, I have been very disheartened by rude comments about him in the wake of his passing. I do not understand people. Your words of kindness are well-written.
reply by the author on 28-Aug-2018
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This is a wonderful tribute to John McCain. Like you, I have been very disheartened by rude comments about him in the wake of his passing. I do not understand people. Your words of kindness are well-written.
Comment Written 28-Aug-2018
reply by the author on 28-Aug-2018
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Thank you
Comment from joycetreasures
Hello Val,
A poem that gets right to the poem. Criteria were met. Great title and image used.
As usual, the heirs will fight over the money.
Good job. No Editions required.
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reply by the author on 28-Aug-2018
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Hello Val,
A poem that gets right to the poem. Criteria were met. Great title and image used.
As usual, the heirs will fight over the money.
Good job. No Editions required.
This rating does not count towards story rating or author rank.
The highest and the lowest rating are not included in calculations.
Comment Written 28-Aug-2018
reply by the author on 28-Aug-2018
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Thank you
