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Mothers cry for fallen sons The war is over they say If Congress sent their young ones Our troops would be home today Third place in Chastushka Form contest (Gwendolen Rix)

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Carol Sunshine Brown

Date: 3/19/2012 6:36:00 AM

Congratulations on your win in Gwen's "Chastushka" contest Rhonda. Love, Carol

Gautami Phookan

Date: 3/17/2012 10:45:00 PM

Rhonda, I like how you saw this from a mother's perspective. A sad truth, were it not for these never ending wars, sons would be home. Congrats on a very well deserved win, love

Kash Poet

Date: 3/17/2012 8:38:00 AM

This is a very good message I think.Well done Rhonda.And the ZIPPERGATE name was given from previously.It was not my brainchild.

Linda-Marie Sweetheart

Date: 3/16/2012 8:08:00 PM

congrats Rhonda on an awesome win for splendid words luv..

Carrie Richards

Date: 3/16/2012 5:22:00 PM

You've said a mouthful....isn't it the sad truth? Well done, Rhonda!!

Gwendolen Song

Date: 3/16/2012 4:34:00 PM

Good evening, Rhonda! Appreciate your heart-stirring entry in my chastushka contest!...Yours spoke so much truth...Andrea and I both loved it the same! :) Gwendolen

David Williams

Date: 3/16/2012 1:44:00 PM

Rhonda congrats on your win, well said..David

Kash Poet

Date: 2/12/2012 3:12:00 AM

I don't think this is for Debbie's contest as you have commented below.I meant Gwendolen for judge in my comment below.Did u enter it in Debbie's contest?

Rhonda Johnson-Saunders
Date: 2/12/2012 6:40:00 AM

*Debbie. (See what I mean.)

Rhonda Johnson-Saunders
Date: 2/12/2012 6:38:00 AM

No, you are right. It's for Gwendolen's contest. Since I have been on this site, I've been rather sleep deprived and I'm still learning who is who. Although I have seen Dennie is quite tough, too. LOL

Kash Poet

Date: 2/11/2012 8:15:00 PM

Good poem.I wonder if I write about political scene here in India what will she (judge) understand!Actually I just HATE anything about politics.Best wishes.(she is a tough judge to please...haha)

Rhonda Johnson-Saunders
Date: 2/11/2012 8:31:00 PM

I do not like to write about politics either. This is the best I could do. I know Debbie is tough. I look at her contests as learning experiences. Nothing else to do!

Carol Sunshine Brown

Date: 2/10/2012 9:27:00 AM

What a wonderful day I am having sitting here reading such amazing poetry. I am glad yours is amongst the ones I am enjoying reading today Rhonda. Thank you for sharing it. I hope you have an inspirational weekend. Love, Carol

Rhonda Johnson-Saunders
Date: 2/10/2012 12:11:00 PM

Thanks for reading, Carol. Funny, I didn't feel like writing yesterday. Last night before bed I suddenly became inspired. Then, I was up until 2 am! I hope you have wonderful and inspired weekend as well. Blessings, Rhonda

Cyndi Macmillan

Date: 2/9/2012 9:59:00 PM

DITTO! The message of a lovin' mom crafted by a poet. Sure to soar up the winner's list. Thanks for your kind words on my tinkerings. It's midnight here. I hope to get to bed soon. Smiles from Cyndi

Rhonda Johnson-Saunders
Date: 2/10/2012 12:07:00 PM

Im typing on my kindle. Not an easy task! I have no idea where funding came from but I'm pretty sure I didn't type it. Sorry for the oops.

Rhonda Johnson-Saunders
Date: 2/10/2012 12:04:00 PM

Thanks Funding for reading and commenting. You are always so kind. Hope your having a great Friday. Blessings, Rhonda

Erich Goller

Date: 2/9/2012 9:50:00 PM

War is hell, I agree with you. Thanks for sharing it.God bless you. Hugs!Erich

Rhonda Johnson-Saunders
Date: 2/10/2012 12:00:00 PM

I hate to write about anything political. It's all so polarizing, but war is awful no matter what side of the political fence you're on. Thanks, Erich! Blessings, Rhonda