Open Poetry #41 |
Blowing In the Wind (rev repost for Remembrance Day voice recording & music) |
Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Blowing In the Wind Please Click Link above to hear music and my voice recording. WWI Canadian soldier Thomas Stewart Died in Flander’s Field, Belgium, in 1916 Blowing In the Wind ~ Linda L. Dowd ~ In dismal gray of rainy day, a poppy-pinned lapel, Reminds us all of Flanders Fields, where lie the brave that fell. A time for us to honour, all those who fought and died. Their loss was mourned by families, as their nation’s peoples cried. A war is so destructive, ~ No side can truly win. Tears fall down from heaven, as flags blow in the wind. “The time has come for Man to lay down his arms, and pick up each other.” ~ Linda L. Dowd |
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ivordavies Senior Member
since 2007-01-10
Posts 739Chester, England |
An appropriate poem that must be read out to allow voice viabration to let the message transcend the 'barrier'. Interesting additionof speach and music to your recent works, though I personally love the power of the written word as a medium I have known a couple of stand up poets who are amazing. I wonder if you are heading in this direction, do you attend poetry sessions of this nature? Turn the speach up a bit, your voice is the better music! Great poetry as always.... Ivor PS Have you read, 'Death on the Battlefield' a paragraph in Lord Dowdings book on Spiritulism? |
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LindsayP Member Elite
since 2007-07-28
Posts 3410Australia, Victoria |
That brought a great lump in my throat reading those poignant words beause my dad fought at Flanders and although wounded survived that terrible conflict. Thanks for sharing dear Linda, It was a very touching poem, thanks for sharing. A big Hug Lindsay |
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secondhanddreampoet Member Ascendant
since 2006-11-07
Posts 6394a 'Universalist' ! |
Obviously a timely and appropriate 'write!' [at least in the past, some wars were likely absolutely necessary/unavoidable and justified!...instead of just 'invented' to satisfy the relentless ego and private intent of major politicians who are (in simultaneity) incredibly minuscule statesmen and human beings!] Applause! |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Ivor ~ Thank you. I appreciate that tip about the music over-powering my voice. It is such a difficult balance for me to make but I appreciate feed-back. Yes, I do belong to a poetry group and we have an open mike once a month. I also recite my poetry at community gatherings, functions, and a host of other events. It is one of my favourite things to do! ~ and I have a captive audience! They wouldn't dare get up and leave! lol Thanks for your thought-full response! Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
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Lindsay ~ Your father is one to whom we owe our thanks. What a blessing that he did not die from his wounds. Thank you for sharing and I am pleased that my poem was able to touch you. Love, Harmony & World Peace, Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
shdp ~ Yes, I do agree with you. Thanks for reading and leaving your thoughts. Wars are reflections of the 'societies' that wage them. Times, peoples ~ and wars, change. Love, Harmony & World Peace, EA |
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JL Member Ascendant
since 2004-04-01
Posts 6128Texas, USA |
"A time for us to honour, all those who fought and died." A warm tribute to those who really care for freedom and liberty, care enough to put their lives on the line to protect and to serve even to death. JL Love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul,and with all your mind. Love your neighbor as yourself. |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
JL ~ Exactomondo, Tex Man! I honour those who died and those who continue to put their lives on the line for their country. My heart breaks in two, whenever our nation's flag is flown at half mast... Love, Harmony, and World Peace, Linda |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
quote: Oh, dear Linda Angelo Terrestre, you touch the core with these impactful words. Every day is a good day to remember and to learn from the past, to step into awareness and to begin to change what needs to be changed. Thank you for this compassionate and wise write. Love and hugs. Margherita |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
My dear Margherita, "Every day is a good day to remember and to learn from the past, to step into awareness and to begin to change what needs to be changed." ~ Now THAT is what I would call "compassionate and wise." Light, Harmony, & World Peace, With love, Angelo Terrestre |
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Artic Wind Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 8080Realm of Supernatural |
ea ah, yes remembrance day, a very sad time of the year, i really enjoyed listening to your poem as you read it with the music, i had to hear it again ARCTIC WIND |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Arctic Wind ~ Yes, 'tis a time of remembrance and for honouring those who made the ultimate sacrifice. I'm pleased that you enjoyed listening to the recording of my poem. Loving hug, EA |
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Marchmadness Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 9271So. El Monte, California |
A fine tribute, Linda Ida |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Ida ~ Thank you, however, I give so little for those who gave so much. Love, harmony, and world peace, Linda |
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