1. Pg. 791-792 “Here Bullet”-Brian Turner: It strikes me a soldier who once served in the military would return home and write poems. It makes me thankful for our troops that risk their lives everyday for our freedom. I’ve realized how good of a life we all have in America. I wonder what being overseas and in the middle of all the conflict is like?
2. Pg. 793-794 “Occupation”-Suji Kwok Kim: This poem sounds like a horror movie that is actually reality. It shocks me that things like this happen in the world. I find myself comfortable with an easier way of life than some of the countries in poverty all around the world, I tend not to acknowledge these kinds of problems that occur. It is very sad.
3. Pg. 796-797 “Asked for a Happy Memory of Her Father, She Recalls Wrigley Field”- Beth Ann Fennelly: This poem struck me as very sweet and precious. It shows the bond between a daughter and her father, and reminds me of the memories I have with my Dad. I think back to all the soccer and footballs we attended, and all the laughs we shared.
