On a recent trip to Washington D.C. I had the opportunity to see Arlington National Cemetery on a trip offered by HonorFlightsAZ. Being a Korean War veteran, it was very impressive and a moving experience.
While on the trip, Karen, one of the "Angels" that kept the trip
in order, showed me two great photos she had taken of Arlington National
Cemetery. The first photo, with my poem, is posted on this blog. . . previous posting......"Rest in Peace - Heroes". . . . HERE
Photos
"talk" to me and I express the
thoughts in the form of a poem. Sometimes it takes weeks to write a
poem. Karen's second photo 'Yelled" at me and the words just flowed.
Enjoy Karen's great photo and my poem . . . . .
Photo courtesy of Karen Keogh Friddle
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It’s a cold and gloomy mid-winters day
Tree leaves have fallen and blown away
Headstones mark where warriors lay
But, on this day, no one came to pray
No birds were singing or flying above
Graves with no flowers, no tokens of love
Heroes, when a nation called, they said, “Okay!”
But, on this day, no one came to pray
The liberty we enjoy comes with a cost
In combat, many lives are often lost
Their remains are also here, respectfully, laid
Yet, on this day, no one came
and prayed
Bow your head, humble soul, let the good Lord know
Your phrase and thanks for the brave souls resting below
Thanks, brave veterans, our freedom is here to stay
Yes, on this day, I am here to pray!
Poem by
Herm Meyer
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If you like Karen's photo, please leave her a note in the comments section. If you like my poem, please leave a note for Karen since her photo was the inspiration for the poem.