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[aid] => mick
[title] => No Regret
[time] => 2009-04-08 12:24:22
[hometext] => Just an Idea of what I'm doing right now.................. The Phantom
[bodytext] => Here I sit stuck between no where and who really cares,
Death in the air, the desert sand all in my hair,
Convoy down the MSR, RPGs and IED alarms,
Watching the people walking around, not sure which has the rounds?
Everyday when I awake, I thank the Lord I made it another day,
As night falls, I have to wonder if the mortars will fall,
I lie in bed replaying my entire life in my head,
I wonder if the things I did in the past will finally fade at last,
Every time I leave the wire, if I told you I wasn't scared I'd be a lair,
My next mission could be my last, but I still put on my soldier's mask,
The face of war is ugly and cold, all I have is this picture to hold,
It's like I'm walking on eggshells, cursed by my enemy to rot in hell,
Everyday I carry on, I'm lonely inside but must remain strong,
I walk a fine line between life and death, never knowing if I've taken my last breath,
It's a hard life being a soldier, always carrying freedom on my shoulders,
But it's a burden I accept, I serve my country with no regrets.
Forever Faithful
The Phantom
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[acomm] => 0
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[score] => 30
[ratings] => 6
[editpoem] => 0
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[topicname] => Patriotic
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No Regret
Contributed by
The_Phantom
on
Wednesday, 8th April 2009 @ 12:24:22 PM in AEST
Topic:
Patriotic
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Here I sit stuck between no where and who really cares,
Death in the air, the desert sand all in my hair,
Convoy down the MSR, RPGs and IED alarms,
Watching the people walking around, not sure which has the rounds?
Everyday when I awake, I thank the Lord I made it another day,
As night falls, I have to wonder if the mortars will fall,
I lie in bed replaying my entire life in my head,
I wonder if the things I did in the past will finally fade at last,
Every time I leave the wire, if I told you I wasn't scared I'd be a lair,
My next mission could be my last, but I still put on my soldier's mask,
The face of war is ugly and cold, all I have is this picture to hold,
It's like I'm walking on eggshells, cursed by my enemy to rot in hell,
Everyday I carry on, I'm lonely inside but must remain strong,
I walk a fine line between life and death, never knowing if I've taken my last breath,
It's a hard life being a soldier, always carrying freedom on my shoulders,
But it's a burden I accept, I serve my country with no regrets.
Forever Faithful
The Phantom
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The_Phantom
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2009-04-08 12:24:22]
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Re: No Regret
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by Former_Member on
Wednesday, 8th April 2009 @ 12:54:32 PM AEST
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I know words aren't much but I sincerely appreciate what you guys are doing over there.
This poem conveys so much emotion and am honestly sorry you or any of you...anyone for that matter, has to go through that. Yet again, I am very thankful for all of our soldiers.
Take care,
wabl
Tim |
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Re: No Regret
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by Former_Member on
Wednesday, 8th April 2009 @ 03:01:08 PM AEST
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a honest, vivid look at life as a soldier. enlightening work.
-Phil |
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Re: No Regret
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by crmnlilbruno on
Wednesday, 8th April 2009 @ 03:15:31 PM AEST
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| Very good write on the life of a soldier, Keep up the good and hard work on the poetry and Keep fighting so we can hear some more great poetry from you 8) |
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Re: No Regret
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by shelby on
Wednesday, 8th April 2009 @ 05:40:11 PM AEST
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I could not even imagine any of it, we all try to understand but there is just no way unless we are in the situation. I thank you for what you are doing there and all the sacrifices you make. Be safe my friend.
Awesome and very realistic write.
Hug and Huggsssssss
Michelle |
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Re: No Regret
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by Loende on
Wednesday, 8th April 2009 @ 11:17:58 PM AEST
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Some people refuse to look...to see what the cost of freedom is. You point it out here, very elegantly, in this piece. So, thank you, both for the fine poetry and for standing for freedom for all, even when most don't thank you for it. You keep doing what you're doing and we'll keep praying for you.
Be well,
~dawn |
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Re: No Regret
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by emystar on
Thursday, 9th April 2009 @ 01:04:46 AM AEST
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And tou my friend, better just stay safe. I'll keep all you guys in my prayers.
Great writing friend.
Stay safe, big huggs, mucho thanks, blessings,
emy
I salute all our soiders with great respect. |
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Re: No Regret
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by venkat on
Thursday, 9th April 2009 @ 02:32:25 AM AEST
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Yes, I expected this write from you ..you have spoken truth.. its vivid and a good write.
Blessings my friend:-)venkat |
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Re: No Regret
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by nic11 on
Thursday, 9th April 2009 @ 02:38:13 AM AEST
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WOW!!!! you've completely taken my breath away! such an amazing write! no one can say they know how u feel unless they've been there but with this piece i felt like i was there. keep up the FANTASTIC work! and stay strong, you guys are amazing!!!
luv nic xx |
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Re: No Regret
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by 3660Days on
Thursday, 9th April 2009 @ 08:45:21 PM AEST
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| Very nice, God bless you in everything you are doing. I am praying for you! Keep up the good writing. :-D |
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Re: No Regret
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by thewizard on
Tuesday, 12th May 2009 @ 11:51:47 AM AEST
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| You have given many people around the world an insight into what brave soldiers endure. You have put into words what many people don't have any idea what you go through. I wish you luck, and keep on writing, it conveys your story to everyone. Great write |
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Re: No Regret
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by Jenni_K on
Tuesday, 12th May 2009 @ 01:38:18 PM AEST
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My friend, I could not begin to imagine what you (or for that matter, your wife and kids) go through. You are a man of great strength and courage and I applaud and appreciate you.
Thank you for sharing this great write with us...
Hats off to you, Matt...
Love and hugs and respect...
Your island friend..
Jenni |
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