Vahe Ampagoumian is a Canadian Armenian and has been writing since he was 13. His primary influence and inspiration is William Saroyan. He wrote this poem for today’s generation of young Armenians, to ask them never to forget.

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Clear Blue 24th Day

Doomsday Vestiges Apocalyptic images, sickening grimaces, what planet is this? Homes burning, stomachs churning, loved ones yearning For the lost souls Terror Pervading Soldiers raiding, structures cascading, hopes are fading Symbols crumbled, bodies jumbled, humanity has stumbled Into madness A Nation’s Pain Deeply felt, fellow humans hearts melt Fear and dread, so many dead, a rage of red Runs through my head Those who paid with their lives today, I salute them....

November 20, 2004 · Dr. Vahe Ampagoumian