Another Day

(Written at the very start of Ukraine's Invasion)

bones of a blackened
building barely remain
upright

once a happy home
flesh brick work becomes
rubble piled high

floral curtains flap in tatters
acrid smoke permeates
through choked air

monday's laundry
a memory of freshly rinsed
lavender comfort

where once a child played
her knitted doll sandwiched
inbetween bombed ruins

her black eyes search
for the mercy of heaven
there is none

only the wail of sirens
when missiles rain down
another day begins

Reviews

[Fabian G. Franklin]

War is a terrible thing. Tyranny that incites war is even worse. Ukraine has suffered the tyranny of Russian aggression before. Stalin starved the people to death by the millions during the Holodomor. There were emaciated corpses lining the city streets. This is recorded in photographs and recognized by the Ukrainian people though largely forgotten by the rest of the world. They will never surrender or capitulate to Russian aggression because to do so, as history attests, is certain death.

[Chris Shaw]

Your background history information regarding the war in Ukraine, speaks for itself. Understandable why the people of Ukraine will fight for every inch of their land and will not capitulate. Amazing resilience and I pray that they will succeed. Thank you Fabian for your interesting response.

Chris

[duff]

You can taste the smoke in your mouth with this piece Chris.

her black eyes search
for the mercy of heaven
there is none

Brilliant

[Chris Shaw]

Many thanks duff fir your visit and thoughts. Appreciated. Have a good Sunday.

Chris

[Katrina Mckeown]

Such a sad world to live in where innocent lives are being torn to shreds as the war continues .. you’ve captured this perfectly in this piece .
Take care Katrina x

[Chris Shaw]

How lovely to see you Katrina. It's been quite a while. Good to see you back here and a big thank you for visiting me.

Chris

[Katrina Mckeown]

Hi Chris, thank you.. being a grandma to twin boys has been keeping me busy 😀.
I am hoping to find the time to hop on here a bit more often again .
As always it’s a pleasure to read your work.
Katrina

[Chris Shaw]

Oh yes, being a grandma certainly takes up time. Hoping you find a little time for yourself to hop on board :)

[Bryan Sefton]

Your poem carries its own missile, and it hits its mark every time.

[Chris Shaw]

What a lovely comment Bryan. Thank you so much for enjoying my poetry. That means alot.

read moreWhat a lovely comment Bryan. Thank you so much for enjoying my poetry. That means alot.

Chris

[Temperance]

It would be a wonderful world if no one ever had to experience war again, especially children! Unfortunately, some are inclined to conquer others and control them. You have beautifully depicted the horror of war and brought it closer to home with the lines you used...floral curtains, laundry, children....
So very nice, Chris! Temp

[Chris Shaw]

Many thanks Temp. I appreciate your lovely review.

Chris

[Nima.Hope]

War is bad, but who listens? Every country (even the worsts) say they defened human rights but when it comes to their benefits, they don't care for that, even if it is a Western country.
Very well done Chris.
Regards

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Nima. No winners in war. Only losers. I appreciate your visit.

Chris

[Nima.Hope]

My pleasure.

[Coyote Poetry]

I went to many places of war. The brave people trying to stay made me learn. My life is easy.
"only the wail of sirens
when missiles rain down
another day begins"
The above lines. A norm for many. Thank you dear Chris for sharing your amazing and powerful words.
Coyote

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you dear Coyote. Many live their lives in misery, we should be thankful for our own.
read moreThank you dear Coyote. Many live their lives in misery, we should be thankful for our own.

Chris

[Coyote Poetry]

I agree dear Chris and you are welcome.

[Julie McCarthy (juliesp..]

The laundry lines hit home
Laundry left abandoned
Great moving write ✍️ Chris !

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you dear Julie for your thoughtful review.

Chris

[Luna]

I agree, if we don't end war, the war will end us.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Luna for your thoughts.

Chris

[Louisa Chan]

Dear Chris, you've pictured a horrid scene with beautiful words and descriptions. The comforting lavender-scented laundry is sandwiched inbetween discomfiting scenes, which adds to the stark contrast between what brings comfort and discomfort to this child, and how this repeats day after day without an end.
Thank you for this sensuous write.
Your friend,
Louisa

[Chris Shaw]

Dear Louisa, thank you for your beautiful review. All good wishes for you.

Chris

[Red Brick Keshner]

That should never be the way for a child's day to begin. My mother was 3 years old when WW2 come upon the land. And she had to constantly flee on foot with all the family while bombs and bullets were concurrent. Her 'job' was to lug around the previous night's emptied chamber pot.

[Chris Shaw]

So sorry to hear what your mother had to endure as a child Frederick. That is heart breaking to hear. Thank you for giving these words your attention.


Chris

[Red Brick Keshner]

Thank you Chris.