Freddie Robinson Jr. Poet Rondeau

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 January 6, 2017 at 8:14 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. January 4, 2017 at 5:46 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 January 4, 2017 at 4:34 PM Great use of imagery though fearful. A nice craft as always.

Chris Green January 4, 2017 at 4:18 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. January 4, 2017 at 4:32 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 January 4, 2017 at 4:16 PM ...and they call it humanity. The bombs are still falling, Freddie:( Freddie Robinson Jr. January 4, 2017 at 4:30 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 January 4, 2017 at 3:47 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. January 4, 2017 at 4:26 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.