We apologize..... (poem) by Karen Palumbo on AuthorsDen

Reviewed on June 1, 2009

Karen, you really captured the spirit of America. As the Bible says, to whom much is given, much is required. We continue to give because we consider it our responsibility to help those weaker than ourselves, yet we are maligned on every front. God bless America.

Reviewed by Jon Willey

Reviewed on May 30, 2009

those that would apologize for the galant defenders of freedom around the globe, are not of the same cut as true Americans -- those fallen, and falling troops, are owed more than the uncaring are capable of understanding -- their very freedom to speak with baseless remarks is owed to the brave gone before them -- this is an important message in an era when being an American is considered by some of our detractors abroad, and at home, to be sub-human -- peace and love Karen -- Jon Michael

Reviewed by Michelle Mead

Reviewed on May 29, 2009

Excellent message, how very very true. I can't stand how America is supposed to be the referree and to mind our own business at the same time, it's such a joke. The men and women who served this country are what keep this country free and what it is. God bless them, here and in heaven.

Reviewed by La Belle Rouge Poetess Of The Heart

Reviewed on May 28, 2009

Profound and powerful

Reviewed by Cryssa C

Reviewed on May 28, 2009

Thank you for giving us this perspective...
Cryssa

Reviewed by Dawn Anderson

Reviewed on May 28, 2009

So powerful...so moving.

Reviewed by Sheila Roy

Reviewed on May 27, 2009

Karen,
A wonderful tribute to all of those brave and giving souls. Hugs,
Sheila

Reviewed by Mary Patterson

Reviewed on May 27, 2009

A heart touching reminder of what some have given and paid the ultimate price in the name of peace. WELL SAID !....M

Reviewed by Michael Jones

Reviewed on May 27, 2009

I remember Vietnam when I read these words Karen. But not the sadness of the war but the greatness of the men who fought in it. The ultimate of freedom has been the sacrifice of lives. I am proud of you my sister for this diligent poem and I am proud to be an American! Peace!!!

Reviewed by Kate Burnside

Reviewed on May 27, 2009

So powerful and compelling, Karen. Like a sacred liturgy, you have us all joining in with your "we apologise" responses. Your setting out of the facts makes a very stark impact. In fact, I think it would be a very cleansing and healing thing if we could join together in words such as these each Remembrance Day we share. You articulate the pain and regret excellently. Very strong writing. Kate xx

Reviewed by kg cummings

Reviewed on May 27, 2009

Thank you for this outstanding tribute to those that serve. We shall never forget... Your friend, Kathy

Reviewed by Liana Margiva

Reviewed on May 27, 2009

Wonderful tribute!!!!!!!!!!!!! Liana Margiva

Reviewed by L. Figgins

Reviewed on May 26, 2009

Each soldier is a unique and precious soul, having given their lives in sacrifice-the ultimate measure of love-to a cause in their hearts, and they deserve honor and respect for that sacrifice. Passionate write, Karen. Resonates profoundly...

Lin

Reviewed by jude forese

Reviewed on May 26, 2009

extremely moving and well written tribute ...

Reviewed by - - - - - TRASK

Reviewed on May 26, 2009

BIG BROTHER $GREED MONGERING ZIONIST JEW$ ONLY APOLOGIZE IN VAIN,i.e.They Have No CONSCIENCE US Veterans Most Not So Lucky Paid There Price....

But, I Faith In Not (God) But My Self That I As They Will Overcome!!!

There Comes Time Whence Power$ To Be (Them Above) Will Be On There Knees Before Me Not (God),i.e. I WILL SHOW NO MERCY IN HIS MINE EYES OF (GOD)...

As Always Karen Unique You Write In Pain Knoen That You to Will Overcome All That Is Evil In Humanity...

Tears,Your True Friend
TRASK...

Reviewed by Edwin Hurdle

Reviewed on May 26, 2009

A beautiful and wonderful tribute to those who have risks their lives and who have passed away due to the sacrifice they have made to protect this great country.You always write the most touching and beautiful poems. You never forget about what special people are truly important in this world and our lives in general.take care Karen.You are indeed a rare and special writer and human being

EDWIN

Reviewed by Karla Dorman, The StormSpinner

Reviewed on May 26, 2009

Karen,

Undone by the power of these lines - those that time forgot - except through a few Poets that remember the cost, the cost, the terrible cost!

My big, strong Daddy; his four brothers; my Mom's brother spent time overseas; they saw action; they left part of themselves on foreign shores (my Uncle Duke, more than anyone - he survived Bataan). Thank God, they all came home - many thousands upon thousands more didn't.

We owe those who served a debt that can never be repaid. Anyone who donned the uniform should lack for NOTHING.

You honor their memories, as well as their families, in moving lines of regret - mine joins yours. So sad we've become apathetic -

And that picture stirs my soul. Well done, Karen and Robert.

(((HUGS))) and love to you and the gang, Karla. *tears*

Reviewed by JASMIN HORST SEILER

Reviewed on May 26, 2009

This is not only good poetry, but good comment on the state of affairs, or the affairs of state, I could write a mile myself, but I won't, it be to black. You have clinched some great write here, one can easily see it comes from the heart. Hugs! Jasmin Horst

Reviewed by Georg Mateos

Reviewed on May 26, 2009

It is time to get help to ALL war Veterans cost what cost will, because if they didn't spare trillions to go to war they surely can commit trillions to give what they promised.
And someone should have rebutted that Pentagon jerk that said, "you fight with what you have not with what you wish you had" that's the one that should be apologizing.
We apologize...its heard loud and clear.

Georg

Reviewed by Mr. Ed

Reviewed on May 26, 2009

We owe them more than we can ever re-pay, yet far too many today don't seem to remember at all.

Reviewed by Jeanette Cooper

Reviewed on May 26, 2009

Karen, my first response to your poem was the admiration for the research you must have put into it. Then secondly, I thought what a marvelous way to record this kind of history. And added to that thought was my emotional response--the horror of so many dead, the pain of knowing what loved ones must have suffered. This is a great write.

Reviewed by Ray { The Great Canadian Buzzard }

Reviewed on May 26, 2009

Wonderful piece of poetry, it's always nice to see people

take time to write a tribute to the fallen

Ray {Not a Poet }

Reviewed by Felix Perry

Reviewed on May 26, 2009

Karen, this touched my heart deeply, for as a Canadian son of a war vet who gave his all on the battlefields of Europe during WWII and returned to only find work as a laborer and die young from the illneses of war and time. I watched him broken have to plead for welfare when his lungs ruined from years in trenches and his heart weakened till it couldn't keep up with the only job he could find. I know he is but one of the other deaths of all these brave servicemen from so many countries who walked forward when they were needed. Thank you Karen for such a moving and honest tribute so dearly needed but not asked for by these men and woman.

hugs
fee

Reviewed by Karen Lynn Vidra, The Texas Tornado

Reviewed on May 26, 2009

Superb piece of writing, Karen; and thank YOU for remembering WHY we celebrate Memorial Day! God bless you and God bless our military might!! Very well done; brava! Love the piccy; the sound of freedom! :)

(((HUGS))) and much love to you and the gang from Burleson~

As always, your friend, Karen Lynn. :D *SALUTE!*

Reviewed by Paul Berube

Reviewed on May 26, 2009

Great piece of work, Karen. God bless.

Reviewed by Michelle Kidwell Power In The Pen

Reviewed on May 25, 2009

Karen this is absolutely amazing, a wonderful tribute to our heroes thank you for giving us the honor of reading your inspiring words
In Christs Love
Michele~