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Lone Sentry

On this hallowed ground where brave and valiant heroes sleep A majestic eagle stands vigil o'er each simple marble stone It seems to sense that the price of freedom does not come cheap They gave their all on the Altar of Honor for man's follies to atone Its presence seems to signify - God is nigh and you'll never be alone Robert L. Hinshaw, CMSgt, USAF, Retired © All Rights Reserved Placed No. 4 in Carolyn Devonshire's "Bald Eagle In Cemetery" Contest - Aug 2011

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Elaine George

Date: 8/13/2011 7:26:00 AM

Very moving Quintain, Bob. Many congrats on your SUPER WIN. Lainie

Wilma Neels

Date: 8/11/2011 3:42:00 PM

I just love your last line Bob ;) Congratulations on your awesome win in Carolyn's contest ;) love Wilma

Kash Poet

Date: 8/11/2011 2:34:00 PM

Beautifully written....Congratulations Robert on your big win.

David Williams

Date: 8/11/2011 1:54:00 PM

hey Bob, congrats on a great win, Dave

Jack Horne

Date: 8/11/2011 1:27:00 PM

Beautiful write. Many conrats to you, Bob : )

Joyce Johnson

Date: 8/11/2011 12:11:00 PM

Congratulations Robert and thank you for your comments yesterday. I was shut out when I tried to answer but back on today. Love, Joyce

Francine Roberts

Date: 8/11/2011 10:52:00 AM

just beautiful Bob , congrats on your win in the contest

Dr.Ram Mehta

Date: 8/11/2011 9:23:00 AM

Congratulations on the win in the contest of carolyn,Bob

John Freeman

Date: 8/11/2011 7:40:00 AM

Congratulations Bob on your win in Carolyn's contest. Cool photo! Agape, Moses

Carol Sunshine Brown

Date: 8/11/2011 7:17:00 AM

Congratulations on your well deserved win in Carolyn's contest Bob. Love,Carol

Black Eyed Susan

Date: 8/10/2011 8:32:00 PM

a breathtaking poem from beginning to end. a wonderful tribute to our soldiers. many congrats on your win!

Debbie Guzzi

Date: 8/10/2011 7:50:00 PM

Nice tribute to the fallen while keeping reality strongly in sight "for man's follies to atone" congrad's on your win. Light & love

Don Johnson

Date: 8/10/2011 7:27:00 PM

Got it in one Bob old son, this verse is gratifyn, good one!

Carrie Richards

Date: 8/10/2011 4:10:00 PM

I was so sure this would be on the winners list. A beautiful poem, Robert!

Linda-Marie Sweetheart

Date: 8/10/2011 3:56:00 PM

Congrats Bob on your superb fourth place win for these elegant words luv..

Carolyn Devonshire

Date: 8/10/2011 3:46:00 PM

Beautifully written, Bob, and I especially love the reference to the "Altar of Honor." Congratulations on your win in the Bald Eagle in the Cemetery contest! I judged blindly and there were many great entries, so you should feel proud. Love, Carolyn

John Freeman

Date: 8/9/2011 8:56:00 PM

Reads like the winner it is bob. This was a cool picture you provided for inspiration. Thanks I was greatly motivated in essence by the Spirit! Agape, Moses

Judy Ball

Date: 8/9/2011 6:42:00 PM

A super entry Bob. I'm sure it will be a winner. God Bless, JB

Elizabeth Wesley

Date: 8/9/2011 6:13:00 PM

Hi Bob, you have Soup mail - hope it got through this time.

James Peranteau

Date: 8/9/2011 10:02:00 AM

Very nice entry Robert ! A sad write, and I'm thankful for you taking the stand to enlighten us all with the reality of what befalls our loved ones. Have a wonderful week dear poet ! Much love, james

Elizabeth Wesley

Date: 8/8/2011 10:44:00 PM

Hi Bob, I read the mail and sent a reply but forgot to tell you here. Go read my friend! If you didn't get it, let me know and I will send again.