Comments on: Donatello, a poem

By: writerchick

writerchick — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 20:35:56 +0000

“Childish games replaced with grown up death” that line really got me. It must be brutal for any parent in this situation. I can’t imagine it.
Annie

No one can imagine it who hasn’t gone through it. Every time you hear or read news of a soldier getting killed over there you think the worst; you just can’t help it. The fact that they impose a communications blackout makes it even worse; he couldn’t even call me to let me know he was ok. After awhile you just get numb to it.

Then he came home, which was wonderful, but also brought with it new challenges as well. Thanks for stopping by, Sarah.

-sps

By: betme

betme — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 14:08:33 +0000

I read this poem a couple weeks back and had to step away. You have captured my yearning to give back a bit of the childhood innocence that will never again shine in my son’s eyes. *sigh*

It’s a yearning that never goes away. Heck, I’m 46 years old and my mother still has it. Is your son back yet? I hope he’s doing well. Thanks for stopping by.

-sps

By: Murder of Ravens

Murder of Ravens — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 23:55:47 +0000

A belated thank you to all who left a comment here. Your comments mean a great deal to me.

-smith

By: ~m

~m — Sat, 22 Mar 2008 00:40:15 +0000

I wanted to mention Brendan’s comment as well. Kinda gets you right ‘there’, ya know?
I’m left wondering how much the Ninja Turtle actually misses the little boy.
Poignant. Sad. True. Such is life . . . sometimes.
Nice job, Jelly Roll . . .
~m

Thank you! I’m glad you enjoyed it.

*Mikey was always my favorite. Go figure.

Oh, now THERE’S a surprise.

By: Soulless

Soulless — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 09:38:56 +0000

I remember Donatello being the intellectual or genius among the four characters. Your son must have been a very smart kid to have chosen him as a favorite. I am, in all sincerity, moved by the poem, by your bond with your son, and by his comment above. (sniff) To be able to put that bond into words with much clarity, with effective contrasts, and extending it to what’s going on with the world — now that is truly impressive. Cheers.

Thank you for those kind words. Yes, I do think this was one of my better efforts. I’m glad you see you feel the same way. Thanks for stopping by!

By: Couchptato10

Couchptato10 — Tue, 18 Mar 2008 23:28:28 +0000

Wow this reminds me of my childhood. Nice poem there

Loco

Thank you! I’m glad you enjoyed it!

By: anonymum

anonymum — Tue, 18 Mar 2008 21:12:47 +0000

whilst i enjoyed the poem no end, i’ll admit to being particularly moved by brendan’s comment smith..nice to come across a young man not scared to put his feelings out in a public forum…you must have done something right…

Well, I don’t know how much credit actually belongs to me, but yes, he has grown up into a fine young man.

By: joanharvest

joanharvest — Tue, 18 Mar 2008 05:11:16 +0000

I loved your poem. I’m glad you stopped by my blog otherwise I wouldn’t have gotten to read it. My son was the blond blue eyed boy who then became a heroin addict. Fortunately he has been clean for three years. He had to leave his hometown to stay clean. I still have his favorite stuffed animal in my room to remind me of that sweet innocent boy.

Thanks for stopping by and leaving those kind words. And best of luck to you and your son.

-sps

By: Andy C.

Andy C. — Mon, 17 Mar 2008 23:24:27 +0000

Incredible. Loved the transition and reference from youth to adulthood, from playthings to life-ending things. Incredible span of time in such a short and precise poem. Thanks again for treating us all with another mind provoking read.
Andy

Hey, Andy! Thanks for stopping by! And thank you for the kind words. I’m glad you enjoyed it.

-sps

By: tania michelle

tania michelle — Mon, 17 Mar 2008 04:01:42 +0000

hey there, i loved this poem its very touching, ur great!!!

awwwwwwww!!