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A Prick of a Poke

What are we doing? What have we become? We are told to line up and get a free shot. Why? Are we doing this because it is a free shot? Freedom isn't free Freedom is about personal choice Have we forgotten this choice so many have fought and died for here and around the world? We must study and remember the past Or we will lose all of our choices The fog has covered us for 18 months It is time to open the windows and scream for all to hear FREEDOM ISN'T FREE! MY BODY MY CHOICE! 08/11/2021

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Richard Lamoureux

Date: 1/27/2024 3:48:00 PM

Interesting that you co-opted the pro choice slogan to make your point. Your country’s medical professionals did everything they could to protect your population against a deadly disease. It’s interesting that people without medical knowledge substitute their feelings for actual knowledge. In Canada we had a high adoption rate of vaccines and had a much lower mortality rate than the US.

Joe Maverick

Date: 10/23/2023 11:19:00 PM

Hello Elana, hey I have opened up my patio Door..And the window, and right now I'm Phoning a chimmney sweep.' Mabye I'll get Some of the air moving also? Oh yes only If the Lord helpz though.? Can't forget to ask.' B T W welcone and God bless.'

Paul Bell

Date: 8/19/2023 1:36:00 AM

Don't believe the freedom hype, last week I called this dipshit, a dipshit. The Police told me this was offensive to dipshits. Good poem.

Elena Eagle
Date: 12/11/2023 1:45:00 PM

Thank you Paul.

Paghunda Zahid

Date: 8/4/2022 1:16:00 AM

Nicely penned

Elena Eagle
Date: 8/4/2022 7:20:00 AM

Thank you for reading.

David Smith

Date: 4/9/2022 1:01:00 PM

I don't doubt your ability as a poet. There are some well constructed stanzas in your work. I look forward to reading something less controversial. Hope you and your family can stay safe. Also hope you find some much needed peace from being in the soup, there are so many poets that inspired and helped me grow as a poet and as person. Regards David in NZ

Elena Eagle
Date: 7/21/2022 7:11:00 AM

Thank you

Beryl Edmonds

Date: 11/5/2021 12:46:00 PM

Hi Elena and welcome to PoetrySoup. Everyone should be free to make their own choices, we’re all born free and that’s how we should remain. I had the covid vaccine, that was my choice and I respect those that don’t, their destiny, their choice… Belle

Elena Eagle
Date: 11/9/2021 7:54:00 AM

Hi - exactly freedom is so important. We should all respect each other rather than try to take freedom away from others.

Panagiota Romios

Date: 9/22/2021 6:35:00 AM

Elena.,Zowie... you have been here but a short time, yesterday, this was on the first page of Featured Poems. Congratulations.. YOU GO, GIRL...YOU HAVE TWO OTHER freeedom supporters. We have a Choice, Freedom or Marxism. I am red, white and blue! You have the courage to say so. Like Joe. and Timothy. Panagiota Panagiota xx

Elena Eagle
Date: 10/6/2021 9:52:00 AM

Thank you for your support and encouragement!

Timothy Mcguire

Date: 9/20/2021 9:16:00 PM

My poor uncle died in combat at age nineteen so that everyone who has an opinion has the right to say it. Everyone who wants freedom can enjoy it. I think of him when someone shouts another person down because they have a different opinion. If you get a chance read my poem "Where the Poppies Grow"

Elena Eagle
Date: 9/22/2021 7:25:00 AM

We don't fully appreciate those who serve in the military and their sacrifice for all of us to enjoy freedom. Thank you.

Joe Dimino

Date: 9/10/2021 8:42:00 AM

It is only your choice when it comes to abortion, a cash cow for Democrats. They are not following science...they are following an agenda to cripple the minds and hearts of Americans. What they are doing to children, forcing them to take shots (they don't need) and wearing masks, is not only criminal...it is down right evil. Devil and Democrats both begin with a D. I once thought that only a silly coincidence. Not so sure now.

Elena Eagle
Date: 9/22/2021 7:26:00 AM

Great points on those issues. They don't understand freedom only fascism.

Joe Dimino

Date: 9/2/2021 11:39:00 AM

Excellent!! Too many sheep out there...soon to be entirely sheared -- they will walk around naked, blaming God instead of the Democrats who are honestly misinformed citizens or just plain disgusting creatures. I don't know which? Blessings my friend.

Elena Eagle
Date: 9/8/2021 5:00:00 AM

Great comment on sheep - how true these days. Thank you.

Panagiota Romios

Date: 8/15/2021 12:35:00 PM

Love the flag thanks for posting it. Many would love to burn it and replace it! Ironic, Many hate it yet they are bringing Covid ito our country over the border. We know why, votes for Biden Why can’t my cat vote! Meow, Nether my cat nor illegals understand our language or Constitution,Let animals vote, Love,,the Despised One PANGIE

Madelyn Mckay

Date: 8/15/2021 9:22:00 AM

I have been amazed at how quickly our freedoms can slip away. I want to live in the USA not the USSA. It seems that many have forgotten about 9/11. We must remember those who died when the planes changed thousands of lives. Hopefully, America will unite again.

Elena Eagle
Date: 8/16/2021 5:31:00 AM

Agreed. Those who forget the past are doomed to repeat it. Very simple but very true. We can NEVER take our freedoms for granted. Thank you.

Robert L. Hinshaw

Date: 8/11/2021 5:47:00 PM

A warm welcome to the Soup family, Elena! Well stated. It seems that every day those who are trying to destroy the freedoms we enjoy are chipping away at them and making life miserable for everyone. Why can't people simply leave other people alone to enjoy life as they see fit???? Bob H

Elena Eagle
Date: 8/12/2021 7:14:00 AM

Bob - thank you so much. Exactly why not live and let live! Once freedom is lost it is a challenge to recover.

Panagiota Romios

Date: 8/11/2021 1:52:00 PM

Welcome to Poetry Soup Elena! Three cheers!!! You had the chutzpah to open with a very controversial topic. KUDO’s, to you. You carry a wind of fresh air to us. Glad you understand the constitution. We are not the CCP, we are still the USA with many folding under the fury of fear! Thanks for being part of the Soup. Panagiota

Elena Eagle
Date: 8/12/2021 7:16:00 AM

Thank you for the support on my first poem. I hope to continue to write more. It is a vehicle to express one's thoughts and dreams.

Tom Cunningham

Date: 8/11/2021 10:13:00 AM

Ever since this pandemic started governments have been chipping away at our freedoms and like sheep many have gone along with it, I fear for the future. Well written Elena and welcome to poetry soup. Tom

Joe Maverick
Date: 10/23/2023 11:13:00 PM

Well said Tom.' I Fully Agree mate.'

Elena Eagle
Date: 8/12/2021 7:15:00 AM

Tom - thank you so much for the kind words on my first poem here at poetry soup. Who knew our freedoms would slip away this quickly. An eye opening time for everyone.