Oliver Mckeithan Poet Dramatic Monologue

Last Reflection

Last Reflection

You have paid the ultimate price,
And I, made the greatest sacrifice.
When the time came
You answered the call
And gave your all.

My son, what remains of you
Lies in this casket in dress blues.
I hope the cause was just and true,
So, I, will not your death rue.

I know that you were brave
And other’s lives did save.
I know most will forget your name
But I can’t find it in my heart to blame
For they may be standing here like me
Knowing what it takes to be free.

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Kim Rodrigues March 20, 2025 at 5:20 AM Exactly! Sad, sobering, but for freedom’s sake. God bless! Love the poem. Oliver Mckeithan March 20, 2025 at 9:00 AM Yes it is. Thank you for your service and for the read

Keith D Trestrail March 20, 2025 at 4:32 AM I hope this is a fictional piece. If not, I’m so sorry for your loss. It’s a pretty emotional read and I imagine a very emotional write. Well done. Oliver Mckeithan March 20, 2025 at 9:05 AM Yes it is fictional. I did serve in the air force tail end of vietnam never went there fortunately. I wrote this because we all know families that have been there. Thanks for the kind comments