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Belfast Child

The streets of the Irish north Separated by faith Different religions In our human race During the troubles Through the bullets and bombs Sectarian violence Engulfed in their wrongs Soldiers and factions In wanton maim Left this proud country In blood red stain Years have passed As the peace accord lives No more slaughter Where life was once sieved Tomorrow, there after No more feuding campaigns For the Belfast Child, sings again Inspired by the Simple Minds track " Belfast Child " by an excellent Scottish Rock Group http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFIMJxV2tjI http://www.thehighlanderspoems.com/ireland.php

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Anna-Marie Docherty

Date: 11/4/2009 12:53:00 AM

This is spot on and powerfully penned James, you should be most proud - the track you mention 'Belfst child' I know well - very moving...thanks for sharing poet!

Linda-Marie Sweetheart

Date: 11/3/2009 8:23:00 PM

U certainly have a way with words, James, and such vividness ...Soup Mail... Linda-Marie

Carolyn Devonshire

Date: 11/3/2009 7:43:00 PM

Awesome write, James. I was always disturbed that Ireland seemed to endure a civil war that lasted for centuries. Religious divides come into play again as they have throughout history. You're the master of historic writes on this site, Highlander. Love, Carolyn

Robin L. Gass

Date: 10/30/2009 5:58:00 AM

It is a tragedy that throughout time so much blood has been shed in the name of religion, even though faith should united us with love and kindness toward our fellow man, regardless of our creed. Excellent piece, James! I will have to check this group out as I love music (especially rock). Love, Robin

Pamela Griffiths

Date: 10/29/2009 6:51:00 PM

Loved the Simple Minds 'Belfast Child' song. Love your poem too. Pam.

Amber Jenkins

Date: 10/29/2009 5:54:00 PM

TIMES HAVE CHANGED AND YOU CAUGHT IT IN THIS POEM!

Jim Fish

Date: 10/29/2009 4:44:00 PM

Thanks! Great poem and I'm really glad to hear this day has come. Last time I was in London, we were dodging bombs. Great song (Belfast's Child), too. ~<><

Sara Kendrick

Date: 10/29/2009 4:38:00 PM

Hope that there is peace in that land from now on. Nice write. Haven't heard the group will have to look it up. Keep writing. Sara

Trudy Diane Rider

Date: 10/29/2009 4:33:00 PM

Wonderful poem! Love the ending! ~Tru~

Date: 10/29/2009 2:24:00 PM

Powerful poem with a deep message. I like the ending. Keep up the good writing! Karen