The Charred Cross Comments

You told the story well Andrew... Ruthy

This was extremely compelling Andrew, , , , AWESOME, POWERFUL-PENNING, , , The Cross made from the charred ashes, , , now a symbol, , like the Phoenix Rising, , , ....................Andrew, , , , , This is brilliant craftmanship my friend ...............................Take care..Love duncan X

A superb narrative poem (one of your best to date) written with the grace and style of your more 'still life' pieces. Your skill with meter is outstanding and the structure of the poem is architecturally and artistically sound as a bell. A moving tribute (like it's subject and title) to a terrifying time of loss and destruction. Congratulations. Love, Allie ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥

I loved this one Andrew, a great subject and so beautifully written. A very moving write and poignant in its telling. Love and hugs Ernestine XXX

It is noteworthy that you make sure we do not forget the ravages of war. Your images are vivid and very meaningful. It seems like the consequences of war never go away, but that man never learns and needs to continue waging it no matter what. We need to keep rebelling against it.

wonderful as usual Andrew your writing goes from strength to strength. I sense an awakening of who you are and a natural ease coming through. Well done. Ann

Andrew you have brought back memories of the Coventry Bombing with great sensitivity - your are keeping the candle buring for all those unfortunate souls who lost their lives in the tragedy.10+++

A cross stands on the altar now To show the cost of war. .................................................. Andrew, This the poem is the eternal flame for their souls...10... Sincerely, Tsira

Great poem Andy, Coventry was badly bombed during WW2 and as always your imagery is perfect, well done and a good tribute too, 10 Lynda xxx

I love poems that have a really interesting story within. This is one of them, and I also enjoyed the amazing rhyming pattern that runs through it which is rigidly adhered to. Clever writing Steve