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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light 
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 Toy Soldiers ~ Linda L. Dowd ~ Toy wooden soldiers, standing in a row, with eyes staring forward, in to the eyes of foe. Painted tin-man soldiers, with rifles raised up high, if you really listen, you can hear their battle cry. Little toy soldiers are facing one another, as it is with every war, it's brother fighting brother. *** Some are made from wood, some are made from tin, but a soldier is a soldier, no matter the uniform he's in. “We are borne of star dust, and to the stars we shall one day return.” ~ Linda L. Dowd |
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froggy Senior Member
since 2003-06-23
Posts 1893Michigan |
Very true. Enjoyed the read this morning. The toy soldier reminds me of the song from the 70"s One Tin Soldier. Still have the 45 somewhere. Do hope your feeling better my friend. Hugs :-) Until he extends the circle of his compassion to all living things, |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Earth Angel We have a ways to go yet, enjoyed the write. |
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Goldenrose Member Elite
since 2003-05-30
Posts 3665 |
Soldiers are lambs slaughtered by men with no regard for life...a fine write Linda thank you.. Goldenrose. Desire for nothing except desirelessness,hope for nothing except to rise above all hopes, want nothing and you will have everything.avatar Meher Baba. |
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StevenS Senior Member
since 2005-09-21
Posts 945L. A. (Lower Alabama) |
Earth Angel, How well this illustrates where the battles must first be won. The little toy soilder no doubt was a gift to a child who will someday become a man. Peace doesn't stand a chance until we parents choose it for our children. Your a treasure! God Bless! |
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Skyfire 
since 2000-12-27
Posts 3381Riding |
Indeed. Enjoyed  and then He created the horse... |
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The Lady Member Rara Avis
since 2005-12-26
Posts 7634The Southwest |
I have to echo Steven. The love of peace is a gift we must give our children. And yes, you are a treasure. Wonderful poem. |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
froggy friend ~ Ah, yes! I do recall that song from the 70's! My how time flies! Have a very 'hoppy' day!  Loves 'n hugs, Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Mr. T. ~ Yeppers! A loooong, loooong, way to go. Actually, violence appears to be on the rise in the actions of many toys ~ from video games to kid's machine guns.  EA |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Goldenrose ~ I ahbhor violence in any form. Our children are exposed by so much of it through their video games, movies, toy weapons etc, that they are becomeing enured to it. They don't even blink an eye when they see blood and guts schtuff! Love, Peace, and Harmony, Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Steven ~ Violence has become far too common-place in the world of our youngsters. They are bombarded with it at every turn. It saddens me. Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Hi, sky ~ ...and I'm pleased that you did! Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
The Lady ~ Love and peace to you, Dear Lady!  |
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Magnus
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA |
Well said Linda...skin is skin...blood is blood. And in battle, there are no winners, only those that lost less. |
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Buttons Junior Member
since 2006-02-27
Posts 34 |
playing with toy soldiers has never appealed to me, but the truth in your poem appeals greatly; Buttons |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Magnus ~ ...and well stated by you, Magnanimous one! Peace, Love & Harmony, Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Cute One ~ Hi, Buttons! My brother used to play with toy soldiers and I loved to play cowboys and Indians with my Dale Evans cowgirl outfit and gun belt. I had a bee bee gun, bows and arrows etc. Fortunately, we both grew up to be very peaceful souls. However, that is not always the case. Some children are more vulnerable than others. Peace & Love, Linda |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
So very well said, dear Earth Angel. All are brothers, yes. Lots of Love & Light and hugs, too....lily jo |
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the grey Member
since 2006-01-06
Posts 119Queensland, Australia. |
G'day Linda. Sadly sacrificing our youth to the gods of war has been a pastime of policitians for centuries. So many who have been cut down in the prime of their youth. I find it remarkable that in war time soldiers have stopped fighting at Christmas time and come out of their trenches and shared fellowship for a short time and then went back to their battles. Enjoyed your refelections. |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
lily jo ~ Yes, we are all brothers and sisters and come from the same family tree! The one in Eden that was missing an apple!  Loveya muchos! Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
the grey ~ ...and I enjoyed your response to my reflections! Thank you for the thought-full reply. The point you brought up is curious, indeed! Warm hug, EA |
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