A perfect way to describe our: A perfect way to describe our defense against pain after being conditioned to expect it. Brilliant and insightful word-weaving.
I'm truly honored that a poet: I'm truly honored that a poet with your amazing talent and accomplishments took the time to read my work and leave such uplifting feedback. Thank you again and again!
You hold nothing back and: You hold nothing back and that's how it should be. In this brilliant, unsparing and crucial view from the chasm, I saw myself, but I also saw hope. The will to live pushed through it all, and as long as there is one more breath there is one more chance.
A heart-stopping, well-crafted window into despair and survival.
A very relevant and: A very relevant and illuminating portrait of someone thrust into the soul-crushing duty of death. I love how you unearthed the hollow "righteousness" of war:
"Stepping into the darkness,
Hearing lies you craved,
Suffocating on ideologies,
Suffering your way to pain."
Powerful stuff! After the devastation from the war within, the words "WE SURVIVED" are particularly poignant and chilling. An excellent commentary.
Most people shudder at the: Most people shudder at the passage of time. You make it a marvel. Thrilled to watch the beautiful and terrifying spectacle with you.