Carrie Richards Poet Narrative

A Place Above the Crowd

Killed in Action....
   Now his absence will be grieved
   This is how they will perceive him
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He was the boy, we didn't really notice
He always had a smile
A little shy, smaller than the rest
Although he tried, he was never the best

But he always had a smile

Never the best at hitting the ball
or winning a race, or having a face
that the rest of the gang would notice at all

But he always had a smile

He was the guy, that people forgot
It's not that they meant to do any harm 
It is just that they thought he lacked the charm

Rejected by some, neglected by most
Too quiet they said....to stand above the crowd

Even though he always had a smile

Yet...now that heads are bowed....they notice him

Only the war had use for him...long enough to lose him

Killed in action....

Funny about that.....now that he is gone....they are even writing songs of him

But he was a hero....long before they noticed


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For David's Contest: Heros or Heroines 6/7/12

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Carol Sunshine Brown June 14, 2012 at 12:19 PM Congratulations on your win in David's "Hero's & Heroine's" contest Carrie. Love, Carol

Mandy Tams The Golden Girl June 13, 2012 at 6:31 AM Congratulations Carrie xx

David Williams June 13, 2012 at 2:05 AM Carrie, a sad tale of many peoples son's who were already hero's before they left...David

Andrea Dietrich June 12, 2012 at 9:21 PM Carrie, this one is really special. One of the best I think because it deals with a sad topic and makes people stop and think. I sure am glad for these winners' lists so that I can see your poems since I rarely have time any more just to peruse the regular poem lists. congrats.

Nette Onclaud June 12, 2012 at 8:57 PM painfully beautiful, carrie.. special cheers to you for this super win:) huggs!

Robert A. Dufresne June 12, 2012 at 8:16 PM Well now isn't that just the truth and how it goes? So many are heroes before anyone notices itI am impressed by the way you brought this out in this poem. I see by the comments youve won with this one and its no wonder.Well done Carrie and thank you for the comment.

Debbie Guzzi June 12, 2012 at 7:29 PM Touching, thoughtfull and thought provoking as always! Congrad's on your win. Light & Love

James Peranteau June 9, 2012 at 5:34 AM Funny thing dear poet, the way souls are. I've personally encountered this type of behavior by some souls in regard another, and it brings sadness to the heart to witness such ! Fantastic write Carrie ! Have a wonderful weekend my friend....much love, james

Carol Sunshine Brown June 8, 2012 at 8:18 AM A beautiful day full of sunshine and good cheer. I am so happy to be able to read your poetry this morning Carrie. I wish you a weekend of sunshine and joy and hope you continue to find the inspiration to continue your writing. Will be back reading come Monday I hope. Love, Carol

Russell Sivey June 7, 2012 at 7:20 PM Wow, this is an amazing write Carrie! I really enjoyed this courageous poem! This write brought a tear form my eye! I haven't read such a good poem in a long time! Thank you for writing this elite write! Wonderful, simply wonderful poem! Great Work!!