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This is amazing!!! What a significant work.
You are so gifted. Thank you for this.

Rhoda

This is amazing!!! W (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Tuesday, November 11, 2008 (11:53:14)

Dear realrhoda. Thank you so much for your complimentary comment. I hope this poem inspires contemplation of those that have sacrificed their existence. Fond Regards. Mark.


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Ah, Mark... a beauty you have written and an epic once again. For your people and mine who require a gentle reminder of where we've been. Honor the fallen, those who gave their lives and those who suffer forever, not diminished in their spirit, they endure. Bless you Mark. Best wishes, Mary Ann

Ah, Mark... a beauty (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Tuesday, November 11, 2008 (12:30:36)

Dear maryanns, thankyou for this beautiful comment. Honour and remember the fallen, so their sacrifice was not in vain. And do not forget the pain of those that still endure. Fond Regards. Mark.


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My dear friend… Deeply touched by this amazing artwork remembering our heroes. Thank you so much for being the great poet and friend you are… Maya

My dear friend… De (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Saturday, November 15, 2008 (06:49:34)

Dear Maya, I am touched that you are touched. May the heroes of life never dwindle into obscurity. Your words affect me deeply. Fondest Regards. Mark.


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you did it again, Mark! superb writing kept me glued to the screen until the last word, but the images and the message will remain with me now - i'll be coming back to this poem (added to my faves). i'm honored that i'm meeting you tonight in person, my friend! B.

you did it again, Ma (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Saturday, November 15, 2008 (06:52:47)

Dear Bogeyman, the honour was indeed mine. I take great pleasure in knowing this poem and the images it inspired will remain with you my friend. Fond Regards. Mark.


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Again your work inspires and feeds the soul.
I should have to give you a 10 except I know
that somehow you will outdo yourself again in
the furture
simplsong

Again your work insp (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Saturday, November 15, 2008 (06:55:01)

Dear simplsong, your testament to feeding of the soul is true tribute indeed. Thank you. Fond Regards. Leggolas.


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Mark, I have gotten used to the long waits between and know that when you do post it will be remarkably well worth the wait.. You have written a truly stupendous piece here to honor all who fought for our freedoms... the piece is chock full of descriptive words that add to the readers delight...I will add this to my favorites and just want to say thank you for the kind words and remembrances you have bestowed on our heroes everywhere.. blessings Melly

Mark, I have gotten (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Saturday, November 15, 2008 (07:00:58)

Dear Melly, your words are most kind. It was an honour to write this poem. In some small way I hope it evokes the urge for future generations to take a moment of their time and remember the multitudes that selflessly gave so much of themselves for all those yet to come. Thank you my friend. Fond Regards. Mark.


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Excellent story...well done

Excellent story...we (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Saturday, November 15, 2008 (07:07:34)

Dear Dreaming-Demon. Lovely to hear from you. I'm so pleased you enjoyed this. Fond Regards. Leggolas.


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Quite masterful my long lost friend .... I see your depth of perception in this wonderfully written tribute to those fallen heros...class act.... TC.... PS.. [ I've been gone for a while ...re-edcuation camp in Outer Mongolia...I'm better now [CB ]

Quite masterful my l (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Saturday, November 15, 2008 (07:13:03)

Dear Thunderchief, I thought you'd disappeared into the poetic abyss. Thankyou for your sincere words. Fond Regards. Leggolas.


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G'day Mark...
Your poem is a remarkable gift for those brave soldiers who never got to see their homeland again,
and for us today who wear a poppy as we spare two minutes on the eleventh hour of the eleventh day, on the eleventh month...there is no way we can thank those soldiers, but to show them the respect that they deserve on remembrance day.
Fantastic mark.

Lindsay

G'day Mark... Your (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Saturday, November 15, 2008 (07:27:32)

Dear Lindsay, thankyou so much for your kind, inspiring words.

"May all that bear the Poppy,
wear it with bursting pride,
to stir a thought by those that dont,
to honour all that died"
Fond Regards. Mark.


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such depth and so rich in texture(sounds like a cake)

I will revisit this one many times---also had to mention a documentary on the war---was on HBO last night---I couldn't get through it

such depth and so ri (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Saturday, November 15, 2008 (07:29:48)

Dear lash570, your exclamation of revisitation is tribute indeed. Thankyou, your words are much appreciated. Fond Regards. Leggolas.


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Powerful and potent... Thank you for sharing this with the world.... if only more would remember and appreciate the sacrifices made by these heroes... Well done... Jenni

Powerful and potent. (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Saturday, November 15, 2008 (07:32:04)

Dear Jenni, I hope this poem will inspire more to remember. Thankyou for your kind, complimentary comment. It is much appreciated. Fond Regards. Mark.


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Perfect.Helen

Perfect.Helen (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Saturday, November 15, 2008 (07:39:06)

Dear Helen, thankyou for this concise, but ultimate comment. It is much appreciated. Fond Regards. Leggolas.


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Beautiful and Strong. Loved the passion behind the words. Crazy long though. haha. It's all good. I really enjoyed it.

Beautiful and Strong (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Saturday, November 15, 2008 (07:40:29)

Dear EGranholm, Your words are much appreciated. Thankyou for your comment. Fond Regards. Leggolas.


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I voted for you when this was up in the slam, I read all those powerful emotions your is way more attention to detail that mine, no wonder your an awesome poet, I sit in awe at the piece that has bestowed my eyes, and they still tear.
Even though I have read it again, my heart is beating and breathing for the loss, and the massacre that has been done.

I voted for you when (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Saturday, November 15, 2008 (11:56:18)

Dear Noden, I appreciate your kind words and am humbled by your tears of sadness. Let us hope these Poems of Today can inspire reflection, to create a better world for those yet to come. Fond Regards. Mark.


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What an amazin' write Mark. The first world war holds a great deal of significance here in Australia....Gallipoli in particular......it was a stupid war of hubris.....unlike the second......and it took so many young men......it is special here for so many reasons....not just the Anzacs......but it was then that we began to rip ourselves away from 'Mother England'.......to become our own nation as such.......mind you.....Vietnam and now Iraq show that we have a new parent sadly.......que sera sera.
Cheers......Harry

What an amazin' writ (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Sunday, November 16, 2008 (15:05:50)

Dear Harry, thankyou for your kind words. Australia, as does the World, bears the deep scars of raging warfare. When will it ever end? When will it ever end? Fond Regards. Mark.


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This is a great piece Mark....Excellent! Sweets

This is a great piec (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Monday, November 17, 2008 (08:34:02)

Dear sweetsmilingangel, thankyou so much for your kind words. As ever, they are much appreciated. Fond Regards. Mark.


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I loved it mark! I think you are a wonderful, strong writer! Im sorry i didnt read it until just now. i had loads of things to do!

I loved it mark! I t (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Monday, November 17, 2008 (16:23:16)

Dear Janeene, thankyou for your kind comments, they are much appreciated. Fond Regards. Mark.


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awesome tribute. flows nicely. you did not lose your grip inspite of its length. i did read it a couple of times. well done!

awesome tribute. flo (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Tuesday, November 18, 2008 (14:43:28)

Dear Mamta, I'm glad you found this a fitting tribute. Your comment is most kind and much appreciated. Fond Regards. Leggolas.


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Your thoughts echo long after the words have left the screen. An amazing tribute to those who sacrificed everything for what they believed in. This poem has become an instant favorite.

Your thoughts echo l (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Tuesday, November 18, 2008 (15:42:03)

Dear MidnightPoet, thankyou for your beautiful sentiment. I'm honoured you found this a fitting tribute. Your comment is very much appreciated. Fond Regards. Leggolas.


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L that was very sad, are you writing of the guy, the last airman from WW1, I saw on the news, 112 years , I will not forget his passion, to remind us all of his pals who were lost and who died in the name of freedom, to make our world a safer place. God bless them all. Wonderful tribute. B

L that was very sad, (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Thursday, November 20, 2008 (18:46:37)

Dear babsrichar, when I wrote this tribute, I had all the heroes of history in mind. This is dedicated to them all. Thank you for your comment. As ever it is much appreciated. Fond Regards. Mark.


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wow! i dont know what to say
you blew my mind

great poem

wow! i dont know wha (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Monday, November 24, 2008 (07:35:19)

Dear southernbelle, thankyou so much for your wonderful comment. It is much appreciated. Fond Regards. Mark.


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Hi Mark- better late than never eh? I wanted to do this justice so I've read it several times before passing comment, (I actually had to read it several times cos of having a kidlet in the house that is very good at distraction techniques!)
Anyway! This is a truly awe inspiring epic in my opinion. I'm a big fan of world war one poetry and it's not often I can say that I've read any modern interpretations that can evoke such imagery. I think this worked so well because you counterposed and contrasted the scenes of atrocity and fear with such an intense feeling of 'homeliness' that I haven't seen bettered given that you were describing a scenes that would rarely, if ever, be seen nowadays. The ability to immerse yourself so utterly into the era in question really brings this piece to life for me and the power of the farewell from the father and being taken back to the warzone had me rivetted. I love a good story and this was that and a whole lot more. I can't rate this any higher, but I would if I could- the use of language, descriptions, feelings and storytelling all made this one of my all time favourite poems. Really nice work Mark- respect, spence

Hi Mark- better late (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Tuesday, November 25, 2008 (11:31:05)

My friend, I am humbled by your words. This comment has permanently seared its place in my memory. Fond Regards. Leggolas.


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Breath-taking poem! Amazing work:) L_C

Breath-taking poem! (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Tuesday, November 25, 2008 (11:33:45)

Dear Liquid_Chaos, your glowing words are much appreciated. Thankyou for your comments. Fond Regards. Leggolas.


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Words are beyond me my friend... too many forget too easy, and seeing this gives me hope that folks will never forget and the losses never be forgotten.
You truely know how to bring things to the attention of others, I salute you, Stay Safe Woods

Words are beyond me (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Tuesday, December 02, 2008 (14:27:45)

Dear Woodster, thankyou so much for this inspiring comment. I truly hope that 'I Remember' will play a part in some small way, to ensure that those heroes who gave their lives are never forgotten. Fond Regards. Leggolas.


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Re: Words are beyond me (Score: 1 ) by drachm on Thursday, May 20, 2010 (18:03:56)

Outstanding work. I understand why it is special! Drachm


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Re: Words are beyond me (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Monday, May 24, 2010 (13:56:27)

Thankyou Drachm, this poem is indeed special to me and my dearest wish is that it resonates on some level with those that read its content. Thankyou for your comment it is much appreciated. Fond Regards. Mark.


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An epic. It deserves all the praise it has, and will receive.
A wealth of emotion transporting us - there!
Brilliant!

An epic. It deserves (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Tuesday, January 20, 2009 (05:16:22)

Dear poetpaul, I hope my tribute does justice to all those that gave their lives so selflessly. Thankyou my friend. Fond Regards. Leggolas.


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This one's my favorite.

This one's my favori (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Friday, February 13, 2009 (18:05:11)

Dear Nikkibaby, I'm so glad this is your favourite, your comments are much appreciated. Fond Regards. Mark


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My favorite line "oblivious that their furrowing was the digging of their grave" That line alone is amazing and makes one pause, much less the entire rest of the poem, which contains many other brilliant lines! Thanks for writing this one!

My favorite line "ob (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Sunday, February 22, 2009 (16:42:58)

Dear Gail, thankyou for your inspiring words. This is a poem very close to my heart, I hope that others, as you, will pause, and reflect upon those who sacrificed so much so selflessly. Fond Regards. Mark.


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Good & long. Jon

Good & long. Jon (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Thursday, March 19, 2009 (18:26:25)

Thankyou for taking the time to comment schlegel, this poem is commemorative, a tribute to all those fallen heroes and survivors who so readily volunteered their lives so that future generations could live their lives in freedom. Regards Leggolas.


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I picture the woman saving him as one of the Valkyries. I thought that she was taking him to Valhalla. And maybe she was. Life is a waiting too, I suppose. Waiting for the final battle. I loved all the remembrances in this piece. My mother taught me to stop and shake the hand of the men selling poppies each Memorial Day. Shake their hands and look them in the eye. I will never forget the one man with no nose and sparkly eyes.

I picture the woman (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Sunday, May 10, 2009 (14:25:56)

Dear Audie, then your Mother taught you well, for it is to those who sacrificed so much of themselves in order that we may live in freedom, that we owe so much. Heroes one and all. Thank you for your comment and sharing your own personal experience, it is much appreciated. Fond Regards. Mark.


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very nice
i enjoyed this poem alot

very nice i enjoyed (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Monday, May 11, 2009 (14:20:18)

Dear Libby, thank you for your complimentary comment, it is much appreciated, I'm glad you enjoyed this tribute. Fond Regards. Mark.


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Welcome home my brother. An exquisitly superb
homage to wasted resources and tribute to our most precious resource. tom

Out Of Many - One

I've seen the Dungeon of Despair,
alone beside the scattered bones
of death and shattered dreams left there,
where nights serene are mocked by moans.

It lies beside the Sea of Tears
where foggy mist will never lift
the weary weight of soldier fears
when war survived is not a gift.

The body breaks before the soul,
but souls will soon be broken too
for guilt is built on such a toll,
survivor's debt is always due.

There is no light in this dark place
of emptiness and vanquished hope;
where heroes lived to once embrace;
yet broken heroes cannot cope.

No voices heard except the dead
embattled comrades who have died
with souls that will not move ahead
till living friends find light inside.

All things are magnified in war
with clarity of combat truth.
It changes soldiers at their core
while stealing what remains of youth.

Yet bonds are made when blade to blade
young men and women die in war;
as out of many one is made
when all are joined on death's far shore.

And as the living learn to live
the souls of comrades soon are free
to leave the love they loved to give
as blood on blood eternity.

Welcome home my brot (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Sunday, May 17, 2009 (06:59:25)

Dear Tom, what a simply awesome comment and coming from a veteran, it is all the more poignant. Thank you. Its is much appreciated. Fond Regards. Mark.


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Re: Welcome home my brot (Score: 1 ) by rcfirerescue on Friday, November 20, 2009 (11:49:19)

Wow this is amazing. This truly touches me right in the heart, well done everett.
RJ


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As an individual who has lost a best friend to the horrors of war I thank you for this heartfelt dedication to those brave fallen. I ask myself, often, why must conflict be a part of the human condition? You are a true talent and I am honored to number you among those whom I respect. Perfect 10!

Re: I Remember (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Sunday, July 12, 2009 (07:26:01)

Dear A-Town, please except my sincere condolence for your loss. As for 'The Human Condition', I know not where to even begin, for it is a malignant affliction, that has tainted and scarred man since creation. This dedication is indeed heartfelt, for it was written for those that have, are or will, so unselfishly give their lives to fight against the perpetual infernal flames that roar beneath the humanity of humankind. Your respect, my friend, is an honour that is sincerely appreciated. Thank you. Fond Regards. Mark.


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Friendships lie fragmented,
dispersed, dislocated,
mangled, mutilated,
lives which were so vivid, decay, slayed within this sodden trench.

holy shit, that's intensely beautiful... not many lengthy poems get a read from me, particularly at 4:13am, but you got me with this one. i couldn't stop til the end. one word - fantastic. Nash.

Re: I Remember (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Sunday, July 12, 2009 (07:39:34)

Dear Nash, I am honoured that 'I Remember' had such an impact upon you, for it is a poem that is dear to me. I hope in some small way it will grasp those that discover it, and in that fleeting moment of time, may the lives of all those that fought or are fighting for our freedom, be remembered, for their's is true sacrifice indeed. Thank you for your compliment. It is much appreciated. Fond Regards. Mark.


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Nice alliteration.

Re: I Remember (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Wednesday, July 15, 2009 (18:10:32)

Dear John, thank you so much for stopping by, this poem is dedicated to a subject close to my heart, so I'm so glad you enjoyed its content. Your comment is much appreciated. Thank you. Fond Regards. Mark.


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Mark... Beautiful... A beautiful work of art... I know it comes from a beautiful mind... We who use words as our medium... Our paper as our medium... Thoughts as our medium... History as our medium... Pain and Joy as our medium... Will not leaving this world unspoken... We are truly the multi medium Artist of all times... No one forgets... We will not let them forget... Mark is a Poet that says... I will not let you forget... Thank You Mark... Thank You Poet... Thank You Men In Arms.......... BrokenWordsPoet.............

Re: I Remember (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Thursday, September 03, 2009 (12:03:57)

Dear James, I feel truly honoured by your comment, but it is the heroes of past and present that deserve the accolades of the masses, for it is so easy to forget those sacrifices that were made by generations past for generations present, too easily does their memory fade in the mists of materialism and thoughts of I. This poem pays tribute to those that should never be forgotten. Fond Regards. Mark.


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Mark- im terribly sorry- i found this too verbose- maybe i should re-read this when i do not have an impending migraine???
i prefer more succint poems that give the point or moral- but obviously you were trying to reach that 1111 word mark- so really that a quite impressive effort to keep the poem going that long!!! although i do like you mention of apathy
"all i ee is apathy
and so i write this ryhme
it's aimed at those who cannot spare two minutes of 'their' time...."
that is fantastic.... a real golden moment- the rest went over my head- i uess im sick of hearing soldiers called 'heroes'...as an anti-war person, i think the sentiment was lost on me. mind you, feel free to correct any politcial statements i made in here..interested to know what you think of them.....
millie

Re: I Remember (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Sunday, October 04, 2009 (15:45:24)

Dear Millie, no apology is needed, for I welcome your opinion as I do any other I agree that succinct poems can often be more powerful in their ability to deliver a message and retain the reader. But in this instance I wanted to capture the escalating emotions of an individual who represents the millions of human beings who sacrificed their lives whilst rising to fight against that tyranny which threatened to envelop us all. To reveal his disillusionment at the apathy of those that have so swiftly forgotten and stroll indifferently through the routine of life and can not even be bothered to spare two minutes out of their yearly calender to pay their respects. I detest war myself, for all it leaves, as it always has done and always will do, is a trail of death, misery and destruction that meanders back as long as the existence of life. But without those saviours who rise to the call to defend the path of freedom against those that would seek to establish evil, then this world and its inhabitants would be living beneath an ever darkening cloak of despair. Thank you for the honesty of your comment Millie, it is, as ever, truly appreciated. Fond Regards. Mark


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powerful piece of poetry

Re: I Remember (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Sunday, November 01, 2009 (15:43:16)

Dear Mayo, with Remembrance Day once more almost upon us, your comment is all the more poignant. I hope those that come across 'I Remember' will absorb its message and take just a moment of their time to reflect. Thanks for your comment, it is much appreciated. Fond Regards. Mark.


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I dont know how I missed this master piece.... It really amde me emotinal all day. It takes a lot of emotion to write this too Leggolas...

You've got 1000 odd points for this poem in your slam. It wins hands down. Kudos friend.

Re: I Remember (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Sunday, November 08, 2009 (16:25:41)

Dear Unbound, I'm so glad 'I Remember' had such a profound effect upon you, for that was my desire. It is a poem written from the heart to hopefully generate reflection, from all that peruse, of those immence strides that were undertook by so many in the fight for freedom against such terrible tyranny. For their's was the ultimate sacrifice. Thank you so much for your comment. It is truly appreciated. Fond Regards. Mark.


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This poem is a service unto itself.

Re: I Remember (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Saturday, November 14, 2009 (07:01:09)

Dear MGHardie, thank you so much for your complimentary comment, it is very much appreciated, especially at this time of Reflection. Fond Regards. Leggolas.


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Wow you are a wonderful writer, great lines with powerful emotion.

Re: I Remember (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Sunday, November 15, 2009 (14:28:41)

Dear Clinton, thank you for your compliments, they are much appreciated. Remembrance Day, yet again has come and gone. Like the millions of saviours that paid the ultimate sacrifice. This poem, I hope, in some small way pays homage to those heroes and instills, I hope, that reflection which their unfaltering bravery deserves. May their memory live forever. Fond Regards. Leggolas.


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You are truly a class act my friend. What a tribute.

Re: I Remember (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Saturday, November 21, 2009 (08:25:38)

Dear wildbrushfire, thank you so much for your kind words, they are truly appreciated. It pleases me greatly that you consider 'I Remember' a fitting tribute. Fond Regards. Mark.


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I am at a total loss for words brother. I could not have written these emotions and facts better myself. Honestly, from one veteran to another, amazing write, I will always remember this one. I have a new one up too if you wanna check it out

Re: I Remember (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Saturday, November 21, 2009 (08:29:39)

Dear rcfirerescue, these words were written as a kindred spirit, in an attempt to portray the horrors and sacrifices suffered and made by so many. It pleases me greatly that 'I Remember' will endure within your memory. Thank you for your comment, it is much appreciated. Fond Regards. Mark.


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This is a masters work! I must express my gratitude to you for directing me to it. Not only were the sentiments honest, heartfelt
and touching, the pieces structure reflected the ebb and flow of the sacrifices within each vignette. I raced to each crescendo and reflected at each pause. Thank You.....Stonewing

Re: I Remember (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Saturday, November 21, 2009 (12:02:11)

The gratitude is mine Stonewing, that 'I Remember' has impacted upon you such. During its creation I was desperate to achieve a tribute worthy of each and every individual that fought and lived or lost their lives, for their sacrifices were ultimate and their desire to rid us of tyranny, absolute. Your comment truly touches me, and for it I am so very grateful. Thank you. Fond Regards. Mark.


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A brilliant, ambitious, important, and very moving epic work. A classic in every sense. Thank you for writing it.

Re: I Remember (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Monday, November 23, 2009 (11:05:55)

Hugh, I am truly honoured by your compliments. I just hope this poem can play its part in evoking consistently, reflection, of that which we, and every other generation yet to come should never forget. Fond Regards. Mark.


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Lest we forget

a triumph Mark

ilan

Re: I Remember (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Tuesday, February 02, 2010 (13:34:51)

Dear Ilan, may that day never arrive my friend, for their sacrifice was ultimate. Fond Regards. Mark.


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The time an deffort you had to put into this is stunning in and of itself. Marvelous. Touching and so very well done.
D

Re: I Remember (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Thursday, March 18, 2010 (19:17:37)

Thank you Pat. I'm so very glad this tribute to the fallen touched you so. Thankyou for your inspiring words, they are truly appreciated. Fond Regards. Mark.


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it's aimed at those who can not spare two minutes of 'their' time.

Yes I know the kind. They would happy go to work/school and not once think that they might all be speaking German. How close it was.

Anyway I best stop ranting and thank you for this. I find the opening with out rhyming and then the body that does helps add texture to this piece. It flows well and tells very well the mindset many found themselfs in during the great war. The focus on the one man whos sacrifice is all but asured is very potent and the show of the home life too sets the sceen. There is nothing worse than war and you put that on paper well.

Dice.

Re: I Remember (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Sunday, April 04, 2010 (14:55:52)

Dear Dice, thankyou for such an insightful comment. I think so many people have forgotten the true sacrifices that were made. How many, hand on heart, actually stop to genuinely reflect on what those saviours actually endured? Were it not for their unflinching selflessness, their desire to rid the World of its incumbent tyranny, we would have been swept aside neath the Nazi tide that claimed so many undeserving lives. Two minutes? We should be holding lengthy events to instill the importance of their contribution to saving society, but I suppose in this materialistic, self consumed World, that would interfere with, with most, the daily ritual of 'I'm alright Jack', F*** everybody else! Your words are truly appreciated Dice. Regards. Leggolas.


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Leggolas,
I must say that this poem really moved me - what a magnificent heartfelt tribute to those that gave their lives - another great write!!!! ScorpioSting.

Re: I Remember (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Thursday, April 15, 2010 (17:13:30)

Dear ScorpioSting, I'm glad you feel such is so, for we should never forget the sacrifices of those so valiant and selfless in deed. Thankyou for your comment, it is much appreciated. Fond Regards. Leggolas.


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this is truly a great poem and it's great that you remember so much and bring back other peoples memory's, this poem is touching and also a great write.

Re: I Remember (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Friday, May 28, 2010 (18:10:03)

Dear Liam, I hope this poem can be the faintest of unending flames, that, though not radiant in its glow, flickers eternally, drawing those that gaze to reflect upon it's sacrifice within. Thankyou for your comment, it is truly appreciated. Fond Regards. Leggolas.


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Leggolas that was very deep your words you are very talented keep up the good work I will enjoy reading more from you

Re: I Remember (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Tuesday, July 27, 2010 (16:47:31)

Thankyou Mitzi I'm so glad this poem of Remembrance resonated such feelings for you. Thankyou for your comment, it is much appreciated. Fond Regards. Leggolas.


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hey Leggolas - terrific read -
i was right there peeking over
this Heroe's right shoulder...

"I pace and reach to greet him,
as I do, he bids a fond farewell.
His grip of steel diminishes
as I'm propelled as if a shell,
for fingers
clinging to the past
are ripped away from secure grasp
which flourishes into a proud, but fading final wave,
to dwindle on the doorstep of my idyllic enclave.

powerful imagery -
great writing - and this was
just one small portion of the whole...

Thanks for honoring
all the men, women and families
who have made the
sacrifice
for our Liberty


this is a fav for me
all the best
jonni

Re: I Remember (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Sunday, August 22, 2010 (07:56:22)

Dear Jonni, I am so very touched that 'I Remember' has stirred such within you. The total sacrifices made by those who rose against tyranny to allow the flag of Liberty to flutter unfettered must never be forgotten, though it seems that for many these days, such is taken for granted. Thankyou for your comment, it is truly appreciated. Fond Regards. Leggolas.


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Wow, just amzing as ever. well done. Pete. Tyger Tyger. LOL .

Re: I Remember (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Sunday, August 22, 2010 (07:57:47)

Thankyou Pete for your inspiring words, they are very much appreciated. Fond Regards. Leggolas.


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Very, very, very well written, you had my full attention through out the entire piece. A real wonderful piece of art. Thank you for sharing

Re: I Remember (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Sunday, August 22, 2010 (08:00:23)

Dear drippingsilence, I'm so very glad such was so and I thankyou for your compliments. Fond Regards. Leggolas.


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Good tribute poem, but long with line breaks not always appropriate. Could be shortened by half and still have its power.
Poem should have been workshopped.

L.

Re: I Remember (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Sunday, October 10, 2010 (17:07:22)

I'm glad you acknowledge 'I Remember' as such.


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Thank you for never forgetting. My heart breaks at the losses...of body, mind, spirit that the war machine brings.
All that is holy...bring them all home....thank you for helping me to understand. I'm so sorry that you have this to remember.

Re: I Remember (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Friday, October 22, 2010 (18:41:37)

Dear gottawrite, mine, is not a poem written from personal experience. 'I Remember' is my attempt to encapsulate the horrors suffered by those that gave and still give themselves so selflessly to the cause of freedom from tyranny, for without such heroes where would we be today? Let their sacrifices never be forgotten, for if we fail to remember their ultimate bravery, then their's was a sacrifice in vain. Fond Regards. Leggolas.


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Thank you.

Sincere Respect,
Master Chief

Re: I Remember (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Sunday, February 13, 2011 (19:20:55)

Dear Master Chief, thankyou for your message of respect, it is truly appreciated. Fond Regards. Leggolas.


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This piece is special, well done lad. Your talents are appreciated

Re: I Remember (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Sunday, February 13, 2011 (19:23:40)

Thankyou Dutch, I'm so very glad you appreciated so, for the memory of those that so unselfishly gave their lives, should burn eternally in the halls of gratitude. Fond Regards. Leggolas.


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Bleak, alas, yet poignant. Nice work! Warm Regards, Tasha

Re: I Remember (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Saturday, March 05, 2011 (19:50:38)

Dear Tasha, thankyou for your comment, it is truly appreciated. Fond Regards. Mark.


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epic and honorable with great rhymes...fine work poet...peace

Re: I Remember (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Monday, March 07, 2011 (18:48:02)

Thankyou rondo, this poem has special significance to me, so your inspiring words are truly appreciated. Fond Regards. Mark.


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Brilliant! I am new to this site and feel quite lucky for reading your poem. It is art, no doubt. The images and different techniques you use are exceptional. I honestly felt as if I were reading one of the classics. It must have been quite time consuming to write. Brilliant. Thank you for posting it. - Paula

Re: I Remember (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Sunday, August 07, 2011 (04:58:05)

Dear Paula, thankyou for such an inspiring comment, it is very much appreciated. Fond Regards. Leggolas.


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Magnificent significant work. The best one I've read on here so far. I enjoyed it!

Re: I Remember (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Monday, November 28, 2011 (11:15:00)

Thankyou so much Adelia, this is a poem so very dear to my heart, so I'm so very glad it had such an impact upon you. Fond Regards. Leggolas.


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very powerful read and heartfelt tribute

Re: I Remember (Score: 1 ) by Leggolas on Thursday, January 12, 2012 (06:58:27)

Thankyou Shirley, I'm so very glad that you found such to be so. Your comment is truly appreciated. Fond Regards. Leggolas.


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