Friendly Fire (poem) by Huda Orfali on AuthorsDen

Reviewed on July 23, 2006

The war torn landscape never ends. The rivers run red and shining cities are brought to ruin. Who does this? We do. Shame on us.

Ron

Reviewed by Birgit and Roger Pratcher

Reviewed on May 16, 2006

A very powerful write, deeply touching with a strong message, wonderful done!
Birgit and Roger

Reviewed by Sandie May Joyce (Sandie Angel)

Reviewed on May 14, 2006

Intense imagery, well-presented writing! Well-done, Huda!

Sandie May Angel a.k.a. Sandie Angel :o)

Reviewed by Phyllis Jean Green

Reviewed on May 10, 2006

Devastating! You show instead of tell. . .and the picture is
so dark. . .until the bright and shining beginning at the end.
T h a n k y o u. 'Pea' <3

Reviewed by Peter Paton

Reviewed on May 10, 2006

Huda
You are an exceptionally gifted and compassionate writer, and your intuitive insight and tenderness are fully expressed in this wonderful write..
War is never pleasant, and the Ways of God are both mysterious and inscrutable !
I will pray for you dear one and the success of your new book " The Fisher Prince "...:)
Love and Blessings
Peter

Reviewed by Andy Turner (Reader)

Reviewed on September 23, 2005

went to the sun
But her rays were cold
She froze my heart
With a stroke

70% of killed brits are by AMERICAN FRIENDLY FIRE!! hate to see unfriendly fire.

Oh boy how powerful is this..

Reviewed by Barbara Terry

Reviewed on August 19, 2005

What I was going to write here Huda I just can't. The vivid pictures of 9/11 are still fresh in my mind, and they are the pictures of horror. War itself, is horror unleashed to a magnitude no one should have to bear witness to. Your piece is well constructed Huda, and well written. The subject of this piece brings tears to my eyes, when I think of all of the innocence throughout the world, that has been lost, because of the political struggle we call war. Why do we have to suffer too? Thanx for sharing Huda. May the Lord Jesus bless you, and those whom you love, and be with you always, and at your side constantly. With much love in my heart, stubborn to a fault, joy to the world, peace on earth, & ((((((((((MANY WONDERFUL SISTERLY HUGGGGSSSS)))))))))), your little sad & terrified sister, Barbie

"If I have to be this girl in me, Then I may as well be."

Reviewed by Michael Wells (Reader)

Reviewed on July 15, 2005

Very painful image of war and very powerful twist when the hero is actually killed by friendly fire
Well done

Reviewed by Karla Dorman, The StormSpinner

Reviewed on April 22, 2005

Huda,

Shattering imagery, an exceptionally painful call for piece--your words are not painful, the subject matter is--thank you, Poet!

(((HUGS))) and love, Karla. *tears*

Reviewed by Tristan Howards (Reader)

Reviewed on April 7, 2005

And though I bleed
My blood is as white
As river Jordan
Baptizing me in Peace.

An outstanding poem by all means, Prophet of peace
The message and poetic voice are sublime
The imagery and flow are so strong that I think this one is one of the best I ever read
God bless

Reviewed by Sue Hess

Reviewed on April 3, 2005

very interesting. i have never read your poetry until today but i intend to remedy that tonight

Reviewed by George Carroll

Reviewed on April 3, 2005

Peace that elusive and slippery moment in time that vanishes so quickly leaving the stench of death to remind us once more of war.

Reviewed by *********** ********** (Reader)

Reviewed on March 2, 2005

I agree.....most outstanding...

I admire your passion...ty for sharing this.

Dani

Reviewed by Pier Tyler

Reviewed on March 1, 2005

Magnificent write, deep, vivid details. I like these lines...
(I went to the end of time
“In search for peace”
Reverberation echoed
Across the barren fields)

Thanks for sharing this with us.

Reviewed by William Bonilla

Reviewed on March 1, 2005

Outstanding write

William .....Peace & Love

Reviewed by Bhuwan Thapaliya

Reviewed on February 26, 2005

Exceptional write....Regis will like very much...love n luck....BHUWAN

Reviewed by Vesna Perkovic (Reader)

Reviewed on February 15, 2005

..i know what you are talking about ..we had a war here recently..wherein the aggressors behaved like monsters..both the serbs and moslems showed their real face.. a face of hate..alas..the world needs many more lessons before it can handle peace and love..
well written..

Vesna

Reviewed by William Haynes

Reviewed on January 31, 2005

Sometimes a poem can say more than all of the news stories in the world.
great writing
elliott

Reviewed by Andre Bendavi ben-YEHU

Reviewed on January 28, 2005

Impressive imagery in "Friendly Fire". An outstanding message of profound poetic voice.

Healthy Thoughts and Long Life, Sublime Poet!

Andre Emmanuel Bendavi ben-YEHU

Reviewed by A Serviceable Villain

Reviewed on January 18, 2005

Huda,

A profoundly written, very-well versed, exceptionally imaged poem ... outstanding!!

Best wishes,

Robert

Reviewed by Zenith Elliott

Reviewed on January 14, 2005

Exceptional poetry that grips one's soul!

Reviewed by Lee Garrett

Reviewed on December 19, 2004

Original poetry, very atmospheric, strong imagery, very well chosen language. Each word seems vital and well considered, building a comulative effective "voice".

Reviewed by J. Pajot

Reviewed on December 7, 2004

Beautifully expressed. Peace is something that we seem unable to achieve...whenever we do the "powers that be" always seem to find another enemy...if one does not find us on their own. Humanity...funny word that...will we ever find a common ground? I hope so. Always bright blessings to you,

Jim

Reviewed by Regis Auffray

Reviewed on December 6, 2004

Dear Huda, I am left speechless, humbled and grateful. To be associated with verses such as these is truly an honor. To be referred to as "the prophet of peace" well, what can I say? I wish I were. Thank you so much. Blessings of love and peace to you. Regis

Reviewed by Scott Anderson (Reader)

Reviewed on December 6, 2004

Wonderful write and call for peace
I loved the twist of friendly fire

Reviewed by Chris Archer (Reader)

Reviewed on December 5, 2004

That is the most powerful poem I ever read by you, Huda
I envy you, Regis
You are a true prophet of peace

Reviewed by E T Waldron

Reviewed on December 5, 2004

This is a very creative, and noble poem for peace and Regis is sure to admire it!