Destiny Whispers: Through Poetry
by Melva Merritt
Category: Poetry

The Marines had arrived unprepared. A little known Pacific gem lay guarded largely by its womenfolk. New Zealand in 1942 was left with few males--most gone in the past 3 years to overseas posts. Now the Marines had landed and the quiet island swung with excitement. Countless women and families opened themselves to their perceived heroes. Hearts were quickly engaged in sweetly intense relationships. The agonies and ecstasies of life experienced in compact moments with little security of future stability. This fictional story is based on fact of those whom made it back to their homes and loves--and those who didn't.