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The One Who Survives


Ten men
War clouds roll in
Bullets rain, fight the storm
Eighteen hands now crossed, under flags
Folded


February 6, 2016

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Eve Roper

February 13, 2016 at 3:55 PM

Sam, a lot of these poems are devastating, congratulations on your placement in survivor contest!!!!!

Sam Jameson

February 13, 2016 at 4:38 PM

I agree. So much good work came from this contest, and it showed the resolve that people have in the face of tough times and life's continuous challenges. Thanks, Eve, for dropping in with your congrats, much appreciated. Ciao!

Sara Kendrick

February 12, 2016 at 5:22 PM

Thank you for participating in my contest “The One Who Survives”..It was an honor to read your entry..Sara

Sam Jameson

February 13, 2016 at 12:40 AM

Thank you, Sara, for sponsoring the contest. I know the topic of war is polarizing but I appreciate the opportunity to honor those that allowed me to be here, writing for myself and others. I appreciate the fact that the work placed in your contest, thanks again for your kind remarks. Have a great day.

Poet Destroyer A

February 12, 2016 at 7:52 AM

Thank you for the reply

Joyce Johnson

February 12, 2016 at 12:01 AM

Thoughtful writing and a winner. Congratulations. Love, Joyce

Sam Jameson

February 12, 2016 at 5:33 AM

Thank you, Joyce. I appreciate your warm regards and remarks, I'm glad you enjoyed the read. Have a wonderful day :)

Poet Destroyer A

February 11, 2016 at 10:30 PM

SAM, Congratulations on your awesome win. XOX ~LINDA~

Sam Jameson

February 12, 2016 at 5:32 AM

Thank you kindly, Linda.

Dr. Upma A. Sharma

February 11, 2016 at 10:03 PM

That's so real Sam.. hats off to them.. congrats on big win.

Sam Jameson

February 12, 2016 at 5:35 AM

Thank you, Dr., for your kind remarks on the work..and the salute to the fallen. Much appreciated, my friend.

Curtis Johnson

February 11, 2016 at 3:42 PM

Hi Sam. I like this. It's so very reality based and rather creative.

Sam Jameson

February 11, 2016 at 4:04 PM

Thank you, Curtis. I am very appreciative of your kind insight on the work, I'm glad you enjoyed the read.

Elaine George

February 11, 2016 at 12:27 PM

Many congrats on your win, Sam, with this excellent Cinquain. Elaine

Sam Jameson

February 11, 2016 at 12:34 PM

Thank you, Elaine, for the praise and congratulations. Much appreciated, ciao.

Susan Gentry

February 11, 2016 at 12:10 PM

Congratulations on your win! Heroes all 10. Thank you...

Sam Jameson

February 11, 2016 at 12:33 PM

Actually thank you, Susan, for the kind remarks on the work. I appreciate your kindness and gratitude, especially for the fallen. Have a wonderful day :)

Lin Lane

February 11, 2016 at 10:16 AM

A touching cinquain telling the entire sad story. Well done, Sam.

Sam Jameson

February 11, 2016 at 10:58 AM

Thank you kindly, Lin. I am very happy to receive placement in the contest alongside other great works. I appreciate your praise and glad you found impact in the read. Have a great day, ciao friend!