Remembrance

A shiver ran through me,
As I walked into the room,
You stood there before me,
A reminder of something,
Hidden in the distant gloom.

Suffering and grief,
Torture and pain,
Chilling scenes from the past,
Slowly appeared in my brain.

So many empty chairs,
Around the table you set,
Waiting for the millions,
Who we should never forget.

Why did you move me so,
It’s really hard to say,
But the thought of a visit,
To an infamous place,
Came back to me today.


Room with Chairs and Factory (2003-2008) by Mark Manders
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Copyright © | Year Posted 2012

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July 21, 2013 at 9:29 AM
FRANK, I like this awesome write. Congrats, on having your poem featured on the soups home page. Have yourself a nice day. LUV* ~SKAT
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July 21, 2013 at 8:53 AM
Frank, Congratulations on your featured poem of the week. enjoy life with smiles :-) love <3 LINDA
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February 9, 2013 at 7:46 AM
Many congratulations Frank xx
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February 8, 2013 at 8:58 PM
Frank, :-) Congratulations with your wonderful win in Heather's "Famous Art" poetry contest. *Goodnight~LINDA
Dietrich Avatar
February 8, 2013 at 5:00 PM
hey you made me want to see the picture. It was not what I imagined. but it is a very intriguing piece same as your poem. Congrats for your win.
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February 8, 2013 at 2:05 PM
I loved that your poem's focus was your reaction to the artwork - the deep feelings you felt personally. A sobering yet wonderful poem! Congratulations on your win in my contest!
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November 2, 2012 at 1:19 PM
Thank you for sharing your poetry with us today I have enjoyed reading it. Have a great weekend Frank. Love, Carol
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