The Berlin Wall

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Drenched in tears, I wrench in response to the pain I sense. Caused by wrong desirers, walls, guards, and the electric fence. Put here to stop free choice by man, To keep him from becoming all that he can. To hold imprisoned, crushing hopes and dreams. To in flick hurt and pain, I can hear the screams. Today, though they’ve been torn to their foundation, They, once again, become a free people nation. They now have hopes and dreams, both the young and old. Thanks to many that died and many that were bold. The challenges will be hard, but their hearts are filled, With a burning desire, their lives to rebuild.

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Line Gauthier

Date: 7/29/2025 3:20:00 AM

Heartwrenching ~ a moving and well penned tribute

Bill Baker
Date: 7/29/2025 5:55:00 PM

One of the greatest events worldwide I've been blessed to be here for. Bill

Jay Narain

Date: 7/28/2025 10:49:00 AM

A great reminder that walls can not imprison masses from freedom. It was a great momemt when the Berlin wall fell. A nice historic poem.

Bill Baker
Date: 7/28/2025 5:16:00 PM

Thank you, Jay. It's one thing to protect your country, home or family from intruders or enemies; buy entirely different when you hold others prisoner and don't allow them to leave when they want to. Have a great week, my friend. Bill

Rowena Velasco

Date: 7/28/2025 5:28:00 AM

I really like how this poem captures the struggle and hope all in one. The tough imagery of fences and walls makes the fight feel real, but the ending leaves you feeling optimistic. It’s like a shout-out to anyone pushing through hard times. Simple but powerful!

Bill Baker
Date: 7/28/2025 5:13:00 PM

Thanks for your insightful comment, Rowena. You help me to feel good about writing it now. Smiles ~ Blessings, my friend. Bill

David Crandall

Date: 7/27/2025 4:32:00 PM

Powerful writing! It's great that East Germany became free. I remember when the wall fell.

Bill Baker
Date: 7/28/2025 5:12:00 PM

Quite a surprise to me at the time. Have a great week, my friend. Bill

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 7/27/2025 4:26:00 PM

Your poem speaks to the generational power of the infamous Berlin Wall. I remember watching the news coverage of when the wall was brought down...such a watershed moment for the German people. Your words captured so much and is beautifully and compassionately written. Well done! me

Bill Baker
Date: 7/28/2025 5:11:00 PM

Thank you for the historical reference, Sara. With German ancestors in your family, I know it was important to you to see the wall come down and the people set free. Hugs, Bill