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Death Toll

When the bombs fell, the death toll rose ... smell of burnt flesh tortured the nose Body parts laying in the street, dogs eating hands, cats eating feet Nuclear winter, hope has froze Empty church pew, rows upon rows ... the doors of compassion are closed Their technology god was asleep when the bombs fell Smoldering fear burns unopposed ... anarchy gangs rapidly grows Dead bodies all piled in a heap, leaders all flee underground deep The land became naked, unclothed when the bombs fell

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Cheryl Hoffman

Date: 1/6/2017 8:14:00 AM

Great poem about war Freddie; I have heard that the elite actually do have underground bunkers while we would all feel the full effects of getting bombed! (God forbid!) ~peace & love~Che

Alexis Y.

Date: 1/4/2017 5:46:00 PM

Hi Freddie, it was hurtful to read this piece. But such horrors are happening world wide. As always you write about real issues that are to tackle. A without doubt seven-Alexis

Adeniji Toluwalope Gideon

Date: 1/4/2017 4:34:00 PM

Great use of imagery though fearful. A nice craft as always.

Chris Green

Date: 1/4/2017 4:18:00 PM

This one hurt to read, badly. I couldn't even begin to imagine this type of horror and I know it happens and that's the worst part of all. Graphic my friend, horrific and sad.

Freddie Robinson Jr.
Date: 1/4/2017 4:32:00 PM

Yeah, I know it's graphic and horrible, Chris, but Jesus said there would be wars, wars that made the land desolate. Many people being killed as a result of wars. So, I just felt compelled to write this, seeing how the world is tilting towards war. Appreciate your support so much. Love and best wishes to you.

Daniel Turner

Date: 1/4/2017 4:16:00 PM

...and they call it humanity. The bombs are still falling, Freddie:(

Freddie Robinson Jr.
Date: 1/4/2017 4:30:00 PM

Yes the bombs are still falling for sure, Daniel. Ty for your astute observations. Appreciated much. Many blessings of love to you.

Paul Callus

Date: 1/4/2017 3:47:00 PM

You express this ugly and unfortunately common occurrence with capable words, Freddie. There seems to be no end to war, fighting, devastation and death. ~ Regards // paul

Freddie Robinson Jr.
Date: 1/4/2017 4:26:00 PM

Ty, Paul. I tried convey the horror of when nuclear bombs are dropped. I guess I didn't do a good enough job. Will insert a key word somewhere perhaps. Your assessment is spot on though, war is never ending. Much love to you this new year.