Regina Mcintosh Poet Quatern

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Written on September 7, 2023

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World War Iii

War does not determine who is right - only who is left. - Bertrand Russell

It’s a darkness so sad and grim,
Dreams destroyed by the bleakest sins,
It’s more than loss of life and limb
World War isn’t just about who wins

Homes are ruined and lives are wrecked
It’s a darkness so sad and grim,
Death in each shadow or suspect
Was this war started on a whim?

Here at home, we all sing a hymn
For those soldiers who will not live
It’s a darkness so sad and grim,
Warriors, hearts and souls they give

Though we sought peace, our hope was lost
Beneath seas of pain, our souls swim
Glumly fighting despite the cost
It’s a darkness so sad and grim,

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Speaks Volumes September 8, 2023 at 1:29 AM A sad subject handled with creative talent Gina. Not a poem we could say we "like" maybe admire is the word for such a well written piece. That would sound more appropriate. Best wishes SV

Andrea Dietrich September 7, 2023 at 12:54 PM love your approach to this one. I think I was "overthinking" this one. You used a great simple approach to it.

Vijay Pandit September 7, 2023 at 4:54 AM It’s a darkness so sad and grim--your repeating line spells the essence of your poem for me, Gina. Potent messages throughout.