REST IN PEACE . . HEROES

Recently, I, as a veteran, was privileged to travel to Washington, D.C. with a group of veterans that served in the American Armed Forces during the Korean War. The trip was funded and arranged by some very dedicated and generous people that make up an organization known as Honor Flight Arizona.

We saw numerous places of interest and memorials honoring the veterans of our country. One special place that we visited was Arlington National Cemetery. These dedicated grounds are where some of our nation’s most heroic and outstanding veterans have been buried starting with the Civil War.

One of the “Honor Flight Angels” that kept the trip moving according to plan and kept veterans from getting lost was Karen.  She did an amazing job and at one point showed me a picture she took of an area in Arlington Nation Cemetery. I was very impressed by this awesome picture and, with her permission, that photo became the inspiration for today’s poem.

Enjoy . . . . .

 
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Across the Potomac from our nation’s capitol
Lies hallowed ground; reserved for the military soul
Arlington National Cemetery, in peace they rest
Defenders of our country, the best of the best

Gently rolling hills of newly mowed grass so green
Trees and scrubs add to the effects . . . so serene
For those who answered the call of a nation distressed
A final resting place . . . sacred as if Heaven-blessed

Called to serve their country in times of dire need
Leaving home and family; the call, they did heed
They left to fight an enemy threatening our shores
Some didn’t return . . . the painful cost of wars

Snow-white headstones mark each warrior’s grave
A fitting tribute to our beloved heroes, ever so brave
Artistically aligned row by row; as if a work of art
Art so majestic, it pulls on the strings of one’s heart

Each fall the trees change colors from a normal green
Adding a heavenly splendor to the peaceful scene
The falling leaves blanket the hallowed ground below
Symbolizing the blessings the heavens above bestow

REST IN PEACE. . . HEROES!!!!

                                                                       Poem by Herm Meyer
 

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STUFF: 

For those interested in learning more about the extensive history of this impressive memorial, I suggest this link   Wikipedia's page   It is very detailed. 

If you like Karen's photo, please leave a comment below.