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Haven't You Forgotten Something?
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Haven't You Forgotten Something? |
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Mistletoe Angel 
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
(First of all, let me say that I support the troops with all my heart, and this song, a rebuttal to Darryl Worley's #1 pro-war hit "Have You Forgotten?" speaks of two things, my support of the troops and my huge stance against all war. I wrote this rebuttal as a frustrated response to those who believe you don't support the troops if you don't support war, which makes me upset every time I hear that theory. Also, Darryl Worley is entitled to his opinion like everyone is, and I do not expect everyone to take a side here, I'm just saying personally how I feel war does not solve freedom, only creates more melees!  ) Haven't You Forgotten Something? By: Noah Eaton 5/25/03 Yes, I still hear people saying we need this war But fail to stop to think what we are fighting for Guess it depends what definition of freedom you follow It's all such a difficult pill to swallow And you leave the authenticity pigeon-holed and unclear There in the sixth drawer of your chiffonier Hey, we never realize the mess we get ourselves in So heck, why not glorify the survival of the fittest Divide and conquer the world, hey, it's only fair I'm no sortilege, prophet, perhaps not even debonair But if you think war's the right thing to do Then I won't try to change your mind or force you But before you go on preaching back at me Allow me to ask you a question in response with all courtesy... Haven't you forgotten of the whole notion To forgive and to forget To turn the other cheek and wish them well? Haven't you forgotten when the bombs went down Those civilians were just like those in the towers Going through a hell of their own Is that your excuse 'bout bin Laden? Haven't you forgotten something? "I tell you, not seven times, but seventy times seven" I've seen them take all the footage off the T.V too And the media censor it all in impromptu Say it's too disturbing to see it all on this soil apparently But when it's all on foreign soil that's a whole different story I see boys and girls growing up way too fast Media mergers cutting all of childrens programming in half What would Mr. Rogers be saying now in his rocking chair up above With Fox News dissolving the doctrines and all the love If you are serious about showing the footage every day Then come on, right now, let's throw all innocence away Let's teach all those children how to relate In a brave new world and allow them to accept hate The local church can merge with MSNBC Hymns and kyries can be bought out by the FCC If you say this countrys out looking for a fight Well, I don't believe in war, so does that make me tripe? Don't get me wrong, I grieve for the victims of 9/11 And if you say I don't love America, then you're mistakin' But if revenge always has to be the answer Man, I say this whole world is heading for total disaster... Haven't you forgotten to hail to the chief? No, I'm not talking about the President I'm talking about Him Haven't you forgotten about liberty And justice for all? For everyone across the world And is that your excuse 'bout bin Laden? Haven't you forgotten something? "I tell you, not seven times, but seventy times seven" Well, I've been there with our soldiers too Who had to see the awful sights of war And don't you think they have the right to question Exactly what they're fighting for? As they look into the eyes of all the innocent Locked in their own mental straight jackets Dazed in fatigue and smitten with chilblain Sometimes so much it can drive someone insane? I've seen soldiers cry, grieve, fall to their knees Wonder if they'll ever see their sons and daughters again every eve They fight for freedom, but not for revenge And when you honor these brave folk please don't coincide the praise with the hatred of fellow man And if you interrupt me and say I'm unpatriotic I still light a candle every day in memory of the heroes of this nation My 9-year old sister says watching the coverage in slow-mo Reminds her of just another disturbing reality show Seems like it's all just another ingenius slush fund One that you can't segue or run away from Can't we just kiss and hug for once than hugger-mugger? Is that too much to ask or am I just some hopeless dreamer? Why make the clouds nimbostratus when they're already stratocumulus? When I listen to my crystal radio even then the bad news is omnipresent! Excuse me and forgive me if I exaggerated But I feel this whole plan is incredibly overrated Now I see you're beginning to go goggle-eyed Call me a heretic, a hypocrite, numb and blind But I know the truth and I won't prevaricate I won't inveigle or whine, I'll only commiserate So before you throw me in a detention home or objurgate Please answer this question, that's all I have to say... Haven't you forgotten all the other people killed overseas? Yes, they're only human too, all lying motionless on their fields Haven't you forgotten about their children And their mothers, fathers, siblings lost Left alone to cope and move on Crying to the sky "Why, why?" Is that the best excuse you can make 'bout bin Laden? Haven't you forgotten something? Haven't you forgotten something? Haven't you forgotten something?  Underneath your clothes, there's an endless story ***Shakira*** [This message has been edited by Mistletoe Angel (06-14-2003 05:48 PM).] |
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QjQ Member Elite
since 2003-04-18
Posts 3756U.S.A. |
oh my Noah what a beautiful fabulous terrific write it is just absolutly great!! thanks for posting such a write ,,, QjQ |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Noah, My friend I agree but would not like to be thrown to the lions. The truth is I think man is insane. LOL |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Noah ~ With this powerfully emotive poem, you speak with such passion and conviction! You are such a versatile writer!  Peace, Love & Light, Linda |
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Suetang Member Ascendant
since 2001-03-07
Posts 5187Melbourne, Australia |
Hello Noah A very powerful and important message you have sent through your words. I was ashamed when Australia decided to go to war, even after mass public outrage. To this day I believe that nothing is solved by wars, which only kill, mame and fuel the coals of hate. I wonder what lies in store for my 10 year old daughter and when I think about it, I shudder. Take care......Sue I am in motion |
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Foxyoasis Senior Member
since 2003-06-10
Posts 974Atlantic Beach,Fla |
great job,im looking forward to reading more of your work/ Fool me once shame on you.....Fool me twice shame on me..... |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
 thanks Noah |
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Saunni Senior Member
since 2000-07-11
Posts 1777West Virginia |
Cool write Noah indeed. Love your work  Sauni:)The Only Time I See The Sun Is When I'm Within That Vanilla Breeze.The Only Time I'm One With The Sun Is When He Shelters Me From The Rain. L.S |
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Ericc Member Elite
since 2003-01-31
Posts 4178 |
This is much appreciated Noah. Eric |
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gemjop Member Elite
since 2002-11-18
Posts 2587Pencilveinia, USA |
I'm with you on this, thanks for writing this Noah, you make more sense than any war ever could. |
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christian Member
since 2002-12-18
Posts 331 |
thats sly. just pretty damn sly. awesome work noah, as always. |
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vandana
since 1999-10-22
Posts 10463USA |
enjoyed this a lot |
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the_loner_23 Member Ascendant
since 2002-06-08
Posts 5479Jacksonville, Florida, USA |
This is very powerful. Awesome message my friend. Cold hands means a warm heart |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Awesome piece of writing here sidekick! Powerful message..and you penned it well. ~Smiles & Hugs, Nancy~ ~Somewhere in my heart I'm always |
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littlewing Member Rara Avis
since 2003-03-02
Posts 9655New York |
Noah: this is amazing you said it all right here: But when it's all on foreign soil that's a whole different story EXACTLY brilliant write xxoo |
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Artic Wind Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 8080Realm of Supernatural |
Very Moving ARCTIC WIND |
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