Where are the toys of yesteryear? Such is the lament of this poem by Scott Bates.
Tag Archives: Scott Bates
Where Are the Toys of Yesteryear?
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Drones Put Heaven in a Rage
This Scott Bates poem protesting aerial killing machines could apply to today’s drone program.
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Through WWII, My Father Carried Poetry
Literature played a major role in my father’s World War II experiences.
Posted in Uncategorized Also tagged "Pinch of Salt", Bell for Adano, Ernest Hemingway, For Whom the Bell Tolls, John Hersey, Robert Graves Comments closed
The Critic Sees No Farther than Behind
Here’s a poem challenging criticism that undermines the poet.
Posted in Uncategorized Also tagged "Orpheus Jr.", Creativity, criticism, critics, Orestes Comments closed
A Hitchhiker’s Guide to Christmas
Applying “Hichhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy” to the nativity scene opens up interesting perspectives on the animals that are present.
Why (Some) Americans Love Guns
Gun control is difficult because certain Americans have almost a sexual relationship with guns.
Posted in Uncategorized Also tagged "Ballad of the National Rifle Association", gun control, National Rifle Association Comments closed
A Solution to Nativity Scene Battles
The Christmas nativity scene is less Christian than devout Christians realize.
