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Memorial Day by the unknown soldier’s tomb she prays for closure - - - - - - - - - - - - © 28th May 2018

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Anil Deo

Date: 7/6/2018 6:44:00 AM

Amen. shalom, shalom to all

Paul Callus
Date: 7/6/2018 4:07:00 PM

I echo your words, Anil. Peace be with you. // paul

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 6/20/2018 10:57:00 PM

This gave me chills Paul. Excellent! : )

Paul Callus
Date: 6/21/2018 8:29:00 AM

Thank you, Connie; your generosity is appreciated:) Warm regards // paul

Maria Williams

Date: 6/12/2018 5:34:00 AM

Very well expressed Paul. One hopes that closure comes soon for her. Your image is perfect for this excellent Senyru....Maria hugs

Paul Callus
Date: 6/12/2018 11:53:00 AM

Thank you, Maria. While searching for a picture all these big pompous ones kept appearing; then I found this small, simple one which spoke for itself! Hugs // paul

Chris Hagy

Date: 5/31/2018 9:46:00 PM

Sad but perfect tribute Paul... some day :)

Paul Callus
Date: 6/3/2018 4:23:00 PM

Sad, indeed, Chris. For many there will never be a closure! Warm regards // paul

Winged Warrior

Date: 5/31/2018 9:59:00 AM

A great Memorial Day Senryu Paul...all the best my friend...love and light...^WW^

Paul Callus
Date: 6/3/2018 4:21:00 PM

I am pleased these three lines passed the test, my friend:) Thank you! Regards // paul

Harry Horsman

Date: 5/30/2018 8:48:00 AM

As does those in the rest of the world, that lost a loved one, when will the powers to be ever learn?,,your poem, Paul cutting and deep, with such truth..

Paul Callus
Date: 6/3/2018 4:10:00 PM

Thank you for your feedback, Harry. Unfortunately we don't have much say in the critical decisions taken by world leaders!! Regards // paul

Silent One

Date: 5/30/2018 8:45:00 AM

Well expressed Paul...

Paul Callus
Date: 6/3/2018 4:05:00 PM

Thank you, S-1. Best regards // paul

Susan Ashley

Date: 5/29/2018 9:48:00 PM

What power you wield with your poignant pen, Paul. You have captured and commanded so much emotion in your heartbreaking senryu that its haunting, aching beauty will linger in my mind.. very deep, very thought provoking and very meaningful. Warmest wishes and hugs always.. Susan

Paul Callus
Date: 6/3/2018 4:04:00 PM

Thank you Susan...your feedback, as usual, is delivered with much sincere aplomb! My pen has a will of its own:) This senryu was meant to be thought provoking and I am pleased that my aim was reached. Warm regards & Hugs my friend. // paul

Carolyn Devonshire

Date: 5/29/2018 5:15:00 PM

A powerful senryu, Paul. On a visit to Arlington National Cemetery, I was struck by the uniform lines of headstones that appeared to go on endlessly. There was a ceremony at the tomb of the unknown that would bring tears to anyone's eyes. Outstanding writing, my friend. Love, Carolyn

Paul Callus
Date: 6/3/2018 3:49:00 PM

Thank you very much, Carolyn. I truly appreciate your visit, considering the limited time you can afford Soup. Love & Hugs // paul

Eileen Manassian

Date: 5/29/2018 3:17:00 PM

Will closure ever come? You can understand sacrifice for country, but senseless ways in which the innocent suffer...who can have closure for that? Love poem, dear. Meaningful and deep. Hugs

Paul Callus
Date: 5/29/2018 5:03:00 PM

For many, closure, unfortunately, will never come. But they live in hope, a lifeline which keeps their head above the waves. Hugs // paul

Elaine George

Date: 5/29/2018 2:58:00 PM

H, Paul. I wrote a poem some time back similar to this. It is entitled Casualties of War. This is so powerful. So much said with so few words. Sincerely, Elaine

Paul Callus
Date: 5/29/2018 4:59:00 PM

Thank you for the lovely complimentary remarks, Elaine. I will look out for your war poem. Regards // paul

Vijay Pandit

Date: 5/29/2018 6:19:00 AM

Heartfelt memorial Paul..very apt poem.

Paul Callus
Date: 5/29/2018 4:57:00 PM

Such topics never fail to pull at heart strings, Vijay. Thank you for stopping by. Regards // paul

Ravi Sathasivam

Date: 5/29/2018 3:34:00 AM

Excellent. Well penned. Love your senyru. Thanks for sharing it.

Paul Callus
Date: 5/29/2018 4:56:00 PM

So pleased that you enjoyed it, Ravi; thank you. Regards // paul

Tom Cunningham

Date: 5/29/2018 1:49:00 AM

Powerful senyru Paul. Even the unknown soldiers Sacrifice's are never forgotten. Tom.

Paul Callus
Date: 5/29/2018 4:53:00 PM

Thank you, Tom. All soldiers, dead or alive deserve praise and prayers. Regards // paul

Line Gauthier

Date: 5/28/2018 6:48:00 PM

Wow ! Awesome poem, Paul. Superb. A FAVE for me.

Paul Callus
Date: 5/29/2018 4:52:00 PM

You're awesome, too, Line! Thank you for the complimentary remarks and the fav. Best regards // paul

Eve Roper

Date: 5/28/2018 5:53:00 PM

Nicely done, Paul, very fitting for Memorial Day.. and for all the people that lay flowers on their beloved ones they've lost and a prayer on their stones. Thank you so very much for your encouraging compliments on my poem . Hugs Eve

Paul Callus
Date: 5/29/2018 4:50:00 PM

Thank you for the lovely comments, Eve. Glad you enjoyed my feedback. Hugs // paul

Jan Allison

Date: 5/28/2018 5:48:00 PM

so few words say so much Paul!:-) hugs Jan xx

Paul Callus
Date: 5/29/2018 4:49:00 PM

Thank you, Jan. Of late, lack of time is mostly limiting me to short forms. Hugs // paul