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This was inspired by the nationwide marches for gun control reform led by mainly students on March 24 - may their voices lead us!

Their voices overflow, unrestrained, consuming every corner, every coast, swelling with their battle cries They carry their hopes, memories, promises, agony held in their warrior eyes They step into the fight, even bleeding, even battered, They demand their right to grow up, their right to tomorrow They stand without retreat Their lives torn, splintered, shattered Their resolve, complete Young hearts bursting - young pain, severe Change is not coming Change is Here.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2018




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Date: 12/20/2018 6:09:00 PM
Great poem, Michelle....Alas: folks march and shout; the media gets excited; change is in the air...and nothing happens...again and again and again. Great write, despite....Congrats on your placement in the contest. :) gw
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Date: 12/10/2018 12:06:00 AM
- Congratulations on this great winning poem, Michelle :) - At the same time I wish you and your family a peaceful and lovely Christmas :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
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Date: 12/8/2018 8:17:00 PM
Wonderfully done, a battle cry than needs to be heard. Congratulations on your win.
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Date: 12/8/2018 10:55:00 AM
Interesting take on the contest Michelle..Congratulations on your placement in the contest..
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Michelle Faulkner
Date: 12/8/2018 3:55:00 PM
Thank you for placing me in your contest, Silent One!
Date: 3/27/2018 3:58:00 AM
Michelle, I know that you are right, and I appreciate it! Well written, and I hope they can truly get past the money-grubbers who do not seem to care.
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Michelle Faulkner
Date: 3/27/2018 8:08:00 AM
Thank you Caren, and yes, I hope they are successful.
Date: 3/26/2018 9:20:00 PM
This is a beautiful poem, Michelle. It perfectly captures the spirit and the mood of the marchers. I think it should be published nationally. Outstanding! ~gw
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Michelle Faulkner
Date: 3/27/2018 8:08:00 AM
Your comments always inspire me - thank you!

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