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The eternal soldier
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The eternal soldier |
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paladin
since 2001-08-05
Posts 930Pensacola,Fl. 
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Stone axe and spear in my hand I am the one who fights Strong is my love of my land Guarding the cave each lonely night Sword and shield in my hand I am the keeper of right Serving my king I take my stand My enemys all fear my might Flint lock and knife in my hands I am the first one to fight On to the west my counry expands Liberty reigns as the eagle takes flight Cap lock an saber in my hands Wearing grey or blue as the war ignites Fighting for what each understands Brother against brother in fire fights Rifle and grenade in my hands Fighting for freedom and human rights From muddy trenchs to desert sands Tanks on the prowl and bombers in flights GLOBAL THERMO-NUCLEAR WAR Stone axe and spear in my hand I am the one who fights Strong is the love of my land Guarding the cave each lonely night This poem was based on a paper I wrote in college titled "Will Global Therm-nuclear War cure mankind of his warlike nature?".What do you think? paladin [This message has been edited by paladin (11-06-2002 09:18 PM).] |
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Member Seraphic
since 2000-01-18
Posts 22676with you |
the ending packs a punch for sure, very well done! and hey, I lived in Panama City, Fl. for a short bit  |
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majnu
since 2002-10-13
Posts 1088SF Bay Area |
"I do not know with what weapons WWIII will be fought, but I can tell you that WWIV will be fought with sticks and stones." - A. Einstein. hillarity with meaning - well done. |
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Lady In White
since 2001-02-12
Posts 2799USA |
Yes, Paladin... the wise hear... |
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scorpio Member Ascendant
since 2002-10-02
Posts 5178right...there |
You are absolutely right in this write...we have so much to lose and nothing to gain with nuclear warfare...I can see the doomsday clock advancing to 12 o'clock...one tick at a time.. ...believe what your heart feels... |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
really great words and wisdom |
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Gentle Spirit Member Patricius
since 2000-10-09
Posts 13989 |
Your words are full of wisdom paladin. The world should listen...... |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Wonderful write from my mentor! We could all learn from your wisdom. ~Hugs~ ~I've loved you forever, in lifetimes before.~ |
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Connel
since 2002-11-04
Posts 736Florida, USA |
You show wisdom in your words. I wish to become a great poet some day, but it will only come in time. Til then, I shall write my poems, and wait. |
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NewEnglandlazurlu Member Rara Avis
since 2002-01-04
Posts 7470A Mountain Paradise |
Robert, you write with such knowledge and unmistakable wisdom. I worry constantly for my children and pray there will never be another war in our lifetime. I think it is an empty prayer. Hugs to you, Marti Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away. |
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brian madden Member Elite
since 2000-05-06
Posts 4374ireland |
Rifle and grenade in my hands Fighting for freedom and human rights From muddy trenchs to desert sands Tanks on the prowl and bombers in flights GLOBAL THERMO-NUCLEAR WAR Stone axe and spear in my hand I am the one who fights Strong is the love of my land Guarding the cave each lonely night All I can say is, powerful.. very powerful. I used to make phantoms I could later chase images of all that could be desired then I got tired of counting all of these blessings"h.devoto magazine |
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Magnus
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA |
Robert, you penned it perfectly...and the gigantic oooops of our mushrooms growing, then the return to the cave....so very appropriate for the reality of what might be. Fight the fight against a foe take the trouble to their place. Fight on my friend, never show anything but courage on the face. Though the nerves do scream to run and leave behind a devil's hell. Fight the fight, with loaded gun, come back home, with much to tell. |
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Mistletoe Angel
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 BRAVO!!! Oh Robert, such wisdom flows fro your heart, sweet friend, I only hope that this kind of violence can slowly disintegrate and ones own violent actions can be mediated! (sigh) This is wonderful, sweet friend, I love it, God Bless You, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Robert, thank you for sharing!  May love and light always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton "Underneath your clothes there's an endless story..." |
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palmerj Junior Member
since 2002-11-06
Posts 30Coxsackie, NY |
Paladin I love poems that make you thinka nd yours truely made me think. Great topic I cannot wait to read more of your work Jay |
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