Donna Jones Poet Free verse

The Peace Sign

The first time I remember seeing
 this peculiar sign to me...
This peace sign, was on the jacket
 of a guy much older than me
Just like that..I asked
 well, what does it mean?
It looks like a stickman, with his arms hanging down

He smiled and said, yeah...
 that's as good an explanation, as I've ever heard
Arms down, no more fighting, I'll spread the word
Then said, stay real kid, as he walked away
Smiled, - Peace - all of your days

Years later, I learned where he'd been
May the stickman, never raise his arms again .....

2-14-2014
©Donna Jones

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Michael Ainsley August 18, 2016 at 9:46 PM Oh Ya!!!!!!

Timothy Hicks October 14, 2014 at 4:16 PM Wow... that ending caught me off guard. Sorta reminds me of how Bob Ross used to be in the military... then spent the rest of his years painting "happy little trees". Really dig this one, Donna! A bit of a pacifist myself.... did you know that the original meaning behind the Peace Sign is Nuclear Disarmament?

Andrea Dietrich March 24, 2014 at 4:43 PM hey, did this contest never get judged yet? I sure like how you took this theme and did a great message poem out of it. Awesome. Donna Jones March 24, 2014 at 11:18 PM Yeah it did...I came in somewhere in the middle I think...I'd have to look...it sure was fun....thanks for stopping..have a great week...

Richard Lamoureux March 20, 2014 at 8:58 AM Enjoyed reading this one again. Donna Jones March 24, 2014 at 11:16 PM Thank you Richard...

Johnny Rhinem March 14, 2014 at 2:35 PM ....We Just Want Peace Man ^.* We Don't Want Your Poison, Oppression, Lies Or Wars; Not Really ~ But, As Chirst The King Once Did Say, 'This Is Your Day Your, Time ? Irony Has A Way In Finding It's Place; Yet, When All Is Said As Done, Peace *.^ Shall Wear Her Crown....Cool Poe, Beautiful Donna Jones ~ Love John Donna Jones March 15, 2014 at 10:40 PM Thank you for your lovely comment John..I shall treasure it..:-) :-)

Lucilla Carrillo March 1, 2014 at 1:52 PM Yes, blessed are the children - for they are the innocence of the world. Thanks for sharing.... Lucilla Donna Jones March 15, 2014 at 10:39 PM Thank you so much lucilla....hope you are well...

Michael Wegman March 1, 2014 at 7:51 AM Donna...this is wonderful. So wish millions coukld read it and get its meaning. Peace--sister! Donna Jones March 15, 2014 at 10:33 PM Hey Michael....thanks so much!!!! Peace....to the world..

Skat A February 26, 2014 at 9:45 PM Donna, a wonderful win. Congratulations:) Take Care ~SKAT~ Donna Jones February 26, 2014 at 10:15 PM Thanks skat....you too..

Joseph Sergi February 26, 2014 at 7:33 PM Great write Donna, congrats on your win. Donna Jones February 26, 2014 at 10:16 PM Thank you very much..:-) :-)

Eileen Manassian February 26, 2014 at 2:06 PM GOD BLESS YOU, MD....Wow...you were a smart cookie...Still are! I'm ever so proud of my PS MAMA! Hugs! and love...PEACE!!! Now and always! Donna Jones February 26, 2014 at 10:19 PM Hey sweetie....well I'm honored to be your PSMD...this avatar is stunning...you look all rested and happy ..was it taken after your vacation? And yes let's pray for that peace sometime in our life all over the world...so I don't have to worry about ya..:-) :-)

Aiyah Torres February 26, 2014 at 12:34 PM beautiful! ...this amazed me so well, Donna.. Congratulations!!! ..^__^ Donna Jones February 26, 2014 at 10:19 PM A beautiful compliment...thank you

Joseph May February 26, 2014 at 10:12 AM Congrats on your win Donna Donna Jones February 26, 2014 at 10:27 PM Thank you Joseph...

Richard Lamoureux February 26, 2014 at 9:42 AM So glad to see this beauty on the winners list. I enjoyed reading it again. Congratulations. Donna Jones February 26, 2014 at 10:28 PM That's nice of ya Richard..thanks...

Painted Hunter February 26, 2014 at 8:51 AM Sis, this is an awesome write. Have you ever read, "Hearts in Atlantis"?...makes me think of that. Donna Jones February 26, 2014 at 10:31 PM Thanks lil bro....:-) :-) ..no I haven't..is it a write of yours or a book? I'll Google it and check it out...and will read it..PS I wrote 2 fishin poems and they disappeared..swoosh...I'll try again if its not full..:-) :-)

Dr.Ram Mehta February 26, 2014 at 3:45 AM Congratulations on the fine win. Wonderful write on the peace sign , donna Donna Jones February 26, 2014 at 10:32 PM Thank you Dr Ram..very much

Kayod5 Kayode February 25, 2014 at 11:23 PM Congrats Donna,I'm happy this lovely poem earns its place in the league of poems. Kudos. Donna Jones February 26, 2014 at 10:33 PM Thank you friend....kayode

Debbie Guzzi February 25, 2014 at 7:35 PM good one Donna! Congrad's on your win. Light & Love Donna Jones February 26, 2014 at 10:34 PM Thanks Debbie....really appreciate that...

Connie Gildersleeve February 25, 2014 at 5:49 PM I really liked this when I first read it. I'm glad it placed for a win. Congratulations Donna - Connie Donna Jones February 26, 2014 at 10:35 PM Thank you so much Connie

Tim B February 25, 2014 at 12:39 PM Powerful poem, and well said. Thank you for sharing. Donna Jones February 26, 2014 at 10:14 PM Thank you so very much..:-)

Cherl Dunn February 23, 2014 at 4:37 PM Gotcha your means right off the bat here, it states a lot in such a short right, and i agree god bless all the innocent children. cheri Donna Jones February 26, 2014 at 10:13 PM Thank you so much Cherl....I appreciate your visit very much..

Vincent Flannery February 23, 2014 at 11:13 AM Amazing poem Donna, I got goose bumps reading it. So innocent yet so understanding. Difficult time back then my heart weeps for those soldiers and today war is everywhere. Yes so much meaning contained in one little symbol. Your comments are too kind. I just think more men need to follow Jesus, my one redeeming quality. Take care! Donna Jones February 26, 2014 at 10:12 PM Thanks Vincent....and you are nice to everyone here that I see..a very nice quality too...and yes Jesus is a great example to follow...you take care as well...again..thanks so much...

Connie Gildersleeve February 22, 2014 at 7:43 PM Donna this is a fabulous poem. The peace sign brings me back to the hippie era, the flower child, beads, and Vietnam. Thanks for sharing this. Best wishes in the contest. Warm Smiles, Connie Donna Jones February 25, 2014 at 10:40 PM Oh Connie..thank you so much.....made my day....thank you...have a great night..

Phyllis Babcock February 22, 2014 at 5:55 PM Enjoyed hearing of your childhood experience and yes may peace be with us always. love phyl Donna Jones February 25, 2014 at 10:38 PM Thank you Phyllis....God bless.....and thank you..

Richard Lamoureux February 18, 2014 at 9:32 AM Good morning Donna. Donna Jones February 25, 2014 at 10:36 PM Good night Richard,,,thanks so much,,,sorry I stay so busy..

Monterey Sirak February 17, 2014 at 8:18 AM This is beyond fantastic! A creative and powerful message of peace. Donna Jones February 25, 2014 at 10:35 PM Thank you sweet Monterey,,,,very much,,,:-) :-)

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