Friday, January 12, 2007

006 Columbines Comments

Rating: 3.7

It is not the death of youth
that shocks us into grief,
but the sucker-punch reminder
we were never in control.
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Lori Boulard
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Roger Cornish 23 February 2008

This is the sort of poetry I want to read.... moves. Roger

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Jemarie Ragudo 14 November 2007

I've come across that unfortunate incident in Columbine when I wrote my thesis about the influence of violent video games to youth values. I share your rage at the laxity of our society in looking into this matter.

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Declan McHenry 14 January 2007

A strong piece with a strong message. Well formed and crafted Lori. Sure gets the old grey matter twitching.

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Ronald Stroman 12 January 2007

it really makes me think. if adults took books to fight wars/to gun ranges. would the attitude of the children? ? ?

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Martha Joyce 12 January 2007

Lori, I am not a parent but I can appreciate the beautiful way you presented this thought. Nicely done. Martha

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Esther Leclerc 12 January 2007

Lori, this is harsh truth, well told. As parents, we do our loving best; ultimately however our offspring must and will make their own choices. Love and life are scary sometimes, my friend.

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Danny Reynolds 12 January 2007

Oh Lori. This is so sombre and almost defeatest, but well said nonetheless. Danny

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