Hero

accepting the rare medal of honor
through the waiting crowd he strode
unfeigned humility
Copyright © | Year Posted 2022

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Krutsinger Avatar
July 12, 2022 at 11:55 PM
He is a stoic example of integrity.
Fowler Avatar
July 13, 2022 at 9:27 AM
Thanks Caren! Linda
Kendrick Avatar
July 12, 2022 at 3:17 AM
My kind of hero. I enjoyed reading your work. I am glad that I chose this one to read today. Your visit to my page added to my day. Sara
Fowler Avatar
July 12, 2022 at 4:49 AM
Thank you Sara. I love having guests and especially appreciate your visit and comments. hugs, Linda
Foster Avatar
July 11, 2022 at 8:07 AM
I love real heroes. They are the ones that do things, at the right time, for the right reason, not thinking of anything else, but the moment. Well done. this is a lovely poem. Ann
Fowler Avatar
July 11, 2022 at 9:09 AM
I agree Ann. Thanks for stopping by and taking time to read and comment on my work. Linda
Rodrigues Avatar
July 11, 2022 at 7:29 AM
Beautiful, Alice!
Fowler Avatar
July 11, 2022 at 7:57 AM
Thank you Kim!
Faulkner Avatar
July 10, 2022 at 4:19 PM
I like the contrast of surety and humility, I can see both in this brave man~
Fowler Avatar
July 11, 2022 at 5:53 AM
Many thanks for the stop by and kind comments Michelle. Linda
Dietrich Avatar
July 10, 2022 at 1:21 PM
just so lovely!
Fowler Avatar
July 10, 2022 at 4:07 PM
Thank you Andrea! Linda
Poet Avatar
July 9, 2022 at 2:57 PM
Your imagery is just amazing, Linda; lovely lines that you've written reveal a strong talent. Thanks for commenting on my page.
Fowler Avatar
July 9, 2022 at 4:20 PM
I appreciate the supportive words and the visit. Thanks so much for stopping by and taking time to read and comment on my work. Lind
Mcconnell Avatar
July 9, 2022 at 1:36 PM
Nice words penned so well show real character, Linda, superbly penning.
Fowler Avatar
July 9, 2022 at 4:19 PM
Thank you Gordon Thanks for stopping by with such nice comments! Linda
Calasibetta Avatar
July 9, 2022 at 6:35 AM
A beautifully penned account of what a true "hero"....you have painted a heartfelt picture. :)Paulette
Fowler Avatar
July 9, 2022 at 6:55 AM
Many thanks for your visit and lovely comment Paulette. Linda
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