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Memorial Day

As the sun rises orange Casting purple 'pon the clouds. This is a day to remember Our soldiers and be proud. Many have gone before. So that we can have life. Look at their graves, too young To even have a wife. As the Dove coos, "Mournful." The cock crows, "Wake up, day!" Take just a few minutes And be thankful before play. Memorial Day May 27, 2013

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Honestly J.T.

Date: 5/30/2013 9:06:00 PM

What a vivid mental picture. I liked this one -JH

Manel Gunatillake

Date: 5/27/2013 11:17:00 AM

Your best line for me is," Many have gone before, So that we can have our life." Yes for us to have a better tomorrow they sacrifice their lives. I always question myself, Why it happen. For someone's greed for power. Young lives pay for it. You have reminded all of us, the young and old, "Be thankful before play". very emotional

Russell Sivey

Date: 5/27/2013 6:24:00 AM

You have inspired me to think more of our troops today, what they go through each and every day, both those in the field and those that have returned back home to face another hardship! I loved this incredible write you have written here my friend, you are quite good at writing sentimental poetry Sara! I just loved reading this enlightening piece, such a delightful poem, Great Work!!

Judy Konos

Date: 5/27/2013 6:02:00 AM

This is beautiful perhaps the best that I have ever read. Thank You Two men wrote this song "My Name Is America" but it has not received recognition if you care to have chill bumps this Memorial Day, give a listen. . . . . http://www.youtube.com/v/6TPgJSZf5Vw?version=3&autohide=1&autoplay=1