... think we would have learned after all these years ....
Image (c) 2008, Karla Dorman
... strapped to stretchers, cocked and
loaded, ready to be shot into hospital
wards in tiers: stacked in trinities of
pain and suffering on the inside of a
medi-vac, coming home. Glory did
not greet these heroes: protest and
anger were added to the burdens they
carried. Think we would have learned
after all these years, but as often has
been said, those that forget history are
condemned to repeat it. Seeing it now,
in the apathy directed at our troops and
Veterans, unless convenient. Vietnam
all over again: not in steaming jungles
but on burning sands, in our backyards:
they have enough to deal with, the
wounds of war. They will not heal if
we wrap them in bandages of shame ...
Support Our Troops--not our politicians unless the politician is honest with the people--not unless our politicians uphold the values of our Founding Fathers--not unless our country returns to its roots, the land. Thanks for the words you have written in Bandages of Shame.
They will not heal if
we wrap them in bandages of shame ...
Applause! Hard-hitting and right on the money (probably literally...) as always with your political and social truths. Well done, Karla. This is a very strong write with bold images that provoke and make real. Thank you. xx
your honor to those that stand for our great nation is very rewarding -- for their deeds are nothing if not the highest form of nobility -- peace and love to you in this Christmas season -- JMW
Reviewed by ~ Holly Harbridge (Reader)
Reviewed on December 18, 2008
Standing and applauding this one Karla, blessings, Holly
Very well done Karla... we just have to lift these men and women up in our everyday lives...they deserve so much and receive so little in return... lindalaw
So touching Karla for we had many friends in the unspeakable war and how sad and painful it was for them when they returned to the country that never supported them. Well done. Love and hugs, Bonnie
Oh my Karla,,This is masterfully crafted, my prayers to each and every deidicated soul,,may we give, as they gave! Heartfelt and yes this should be published.
Love and Blessings,
Christine
Hope, we most have hope...than the soldier will be treated different.
After al we were promised change (again) maybe this time is a charmer.
All the Veterans salute you.
What a marvelous poem you have penned dear Karla. Your love for your country is quite deep and I can understand your feelings. Thanks dear karla. your brother and friend in Sweden
I hope you are wrong and we will not treat any more of our soldiers...either American or Canadian as the Viet vets were treated.
We lost more of our Canadian soldiers last week and when the bodies rolled down the highways towards their burial it was reported the hightway was lined on both sides with people who came out to show their respect...now if we can only get the governments of our countries to respect our fallen and injured.
Caught up into a web of poverty, jobless they attend the Army recruiting centre. Make friends and comrades, endure hard training. Take orders and eat meals, relax when permitted and prepare to be on guard at all time. Twenty three successful sortees in Helmand Province; many enemy killed but on the twenty fourth day he too is killed. He dies a hero in sand and on the concrete village square beside his mourning Member of Parliament and family, his sister feels it most. His mother is more reflective. "He had a job at last. He did it to the best of his ability. He would have had it no other way."
Very strongly worded and message sent loud and clear. Men in uniform
serve and obey orders from whoever is in command, and they do their duty with heart and mind, they deserve only due respect...and care.
Bandages of Shame WOW - So well said Karla. I say those who don't respect our brothers and sisters in uniform who have risked their lives so that freedom will reign should be the ones to wear those Bandages of Shame. Those are the people who bring shame to all of America. Love this Karla. Should be published on the front page of every newspaper across all America. You go my friend and God bless.
Very passionate, Karla. I don't think anyone can argue here. The majority feels this way. You feel this way because you served; I feel this way because I'm thankful. Unfortunately, the folks who feel this way are not in the right places. Love and Hugs,
Sheila
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Love,
Becca~
we wrap them in bandages of shame ...
Applause! Hard-hitting and right on the money (probably literally...) as always with your political and social truths. Well done, Karla. This is a very strong write with bold images that provoke and make real. Thank you. xx
Merry Christmas with Love,
Eileen
A most magnificent and very impressive write . . .!!
LOve & Hugs,
Lance
They are not a disgrace to me...
Cryssa
Even with 52,000+ names to back up your statements the bandages will remain soiled. Peace, Love, Blessings, Friendship & Hugs Always, Paul.
after all these years
Something I've sadly thought to myself for far too many years now.
Love and Blessings,
Christine
After al we were promised change (again) maybe this time is a charmer.
All the Veterans salute you.
Georg
We lost more of our Canadian soldiers last week and when the bodies rolled down the highways towards their burial it was reported the hightway was lined on both sides with people who came out to show their respect...now if we can only get the governments of our countries to respect our fallen and injured.
hugs
fee
Very strongly worded and message sent loud and clear. Men in uniform
serve and obey orders from whoever is in command, and they do their duty with heart and mind, they deserve only due respect...and care.
Cynthia
My God Bless all our troops at the fronts
wishing them all a MERRY CHRISTMAS
Love & peace be with you
William
In Christs Love
Michelle~
"...they will not heal if
we wrap them in bandages of shame..."
Heartbreaking reality for far too many veterans/troops; this should not be!! Very well and powerfully penned; brava!
(((HUGS))) and much love, your twin, Karen Lynn. :( >tears! <
Sheila