Another contest everyone.
I am a staunch supporter of our Miltary and honor them all,
both past and present.
In this contest I would like you to write a piece showing the men and women
that
you are thinking of them and that they are not forgotten.
Show the members serving abroad that the people at home do care.
They need to know this, so let us all show them how much they are appreciated!
There are no hard and fast rules, just be respectful.
If you can't be respectful,
don't enter as I will disqualify immediately.
I won't tolerate any disrespect
whatsoever.
I will add points as we go and reserve the right to extend the contest if
neccesary.
Any type of poem will be acceptable.
* (Many thanks go to Silent Cougar who added 1200 points especially
towards this contest for you all)
Thank you, Silent Cougar.
* (Many thanks go to Whispering Wind who added 1200 points especially
for the contest for you all)
Thank you, Whispering Wind.
In honor of all the Military....God bless them.
Contest is Over
- Contest was judged on October 31
- Rewards: Gold: 3000, Silver: 1000, Bronze: 350, Honorable mention: 5 people
- Final notes: A great finish to the contest with really awesome entries that showed the true spirit of the moment. It is great to know that so many can put into words here for the soldiers their thoughts and thank them in a small yet deserving way. Every piece was a brilliant piece in its own right and I thank you all very sincerely for entering. Don't forget that the 11th of the 11th is almost upon us so do remember to take a moment to pause in memory of all who have fallen. To all the winners, I say a big thank you and congratulate you on your wins.
Contest Winners
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Duty calls , as you leave , you tell your family
that you'll be fine ...by Ez Writer 20 lines, 18 comments, on Jan 25 2:13 AM. In Military, Encouragement, Tribute
Honorable mention
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Blood red is my tunic as I
Lie in the trench• Commented on by judge. Prewrite [remove] -
Never forget,
They always said,• Commented on by judge. [remove]
Gold trophy winner
Silver trophy winner
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everyday i count the time youv'e been away
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We’ve taken far too many casualties
To say that this one’s been for freeby Genevieve79 67 lines, 6 comments, on Aug 29 12:01 AM• Commented on by judge. Prewrite -
Gos bless our troopsby Elvenfairy 19 lines, 12 comments, on Sep 11 1:45 PM 2004. In Hope• Commented on by judge. Prewrite
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Come on soldier.
Soldier?by submarine93 35 lines, 2 comments, on May 1 3:23 PM• Commented on by judge. Prewrite -
At the end of May with my son who is now grown,
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Subject: Re: we will remember them
Posted At: 05/11/2008 17:25:47by Pattiboo 40 lines, 7 comments, on Oct 19 1:11 AM
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Poem by Dobar Dan - He stood there weeping - wailing --- Then His body took a round
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Visions of the past / Smile on me tonight / My friend I feel your presence / Your strength and will to fight / I see that strong young face• Commented on by judge. Prewrite
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I stand in defense of all the people who have died and gone before you in the name of freedom.
Young men and women who have died serving tby Rheea 12 lines, 14 comments, on May 25 3:37 PM
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I just want to say thank you. As sincerely and respectfully as I can, I offer my gratitude to the brave men & women who serve our country.by west-word 9 lines, 8 comments, on Oct 19 7:04 PM• Commented on by judge.
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WHEN ELECTRICITY CAME TO COMMACK• Commented on by judge. Prewrite
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A tribute to women soldiers of the American Civil War and those who reenact them.by ourgirlFriday 47 lines, 17 comments, on Apr 18 1:32 AM 2008. In Life, Personal, Other, My own style, Freewrite, Message• Commented on by judge. Prewrite
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my hsuband is in Afgahnistan right now
thanks for hosting a beautiful contest to support our troops
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Hi, Amy.
My heart is always with them, no matter where they be. All my support and love also follows them wherever they go.
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Thank your husband for me and you're a beautifully strong person for supporting him! :-)
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My daughter is getting married next month then both she and her new husband goes to Afgahnistan in January. Thanks for this contest.
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My best wishes go to your daughter and her soon to be husband on their wedding day and all my love and support for them when they leave for Afghanistan. You are most welcome.
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My father is preparing to deploy again for the third time in five years, and I myself have just joined the service. These words written here and your contributions to us, no matter how small, in all ways, mean the world to us. Thank you.
God bless and Semper Paratus
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this is his 3rd deployment in about 6 years
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Your father's? Mine is deploying for the third time in five...
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my husband
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Oh, I'm sorry. I know how tough it is. But they chose to do it for us, so that we wouldn't have to, so that we can live our lives in the peace and prosperity that we know. They did so with no personal intentions, they did so for the rest of us... its what makes them heroes.
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Snolan, My heart goes with you both as it does with all who serve and I know God will be watching over you all. Bless you and your father.
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I love the military. I am not in the military, nor can I join however I support the troops, my friends who are serving or have served...
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That is a wonderful thing to hear. I neither can do so but that doesn't mean we can't be there for them and be part of their lives. Bless you, my friend and stay safe.
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thank you for the show of support. I'm in the Army and returned from a year-long deployment to Korea in May. It's always nice to see that people care about what we do and the sacrifices we make.
May I enter a poem from the military point of view? Not a "we support you" poem, but one about what we do and what we sacrifice? -
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By all means enter the contest. It would be fantastic! And Thank You!
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Thank you for hosting this contest and the Bronze. It is an honor to be married to a soldier of 12 yrs! I am so proud of their service! And congrats to all the winners and the people that submitted an entry! God Bless!!
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