Charles Gragg Poet Rhyme

Memorial Day 2014

It's time to remember those that served and died
Leaving loved ones behind whose tears they can't hide
Look deep into your soul as we honor them this day
For these are the true heroes as the ultimate price they did pay
Their names are preserved on small white crosses world wide
Their faces only memories to a few who stand quiet at grave side
There is no way we can truly repay them for the sacrifice they made
For a life lost is lost forever and even the most grand of memories do fade
Maybe the most honor we can show them is to be the best we can be
And stand tall against those that would bring shame to this the land of the free
For together we can forge the mightiest of unbreakable chains
And prove beyond a shadow of a doubt that our heroes did not die in vain

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Sherry Hale May 26, 2015 at 10:58 PM Wow I like the common sence approach you give real value to the day! We must all somehow attempt to make sence of something that makes no sense at all in order for us to take a lesson from such an ominous day with so much gravitas for our fallen and their families. Thank you for sharing such an inspiring poem. S Hale

Ralph Sergi June 2, 2014 at 11:43 AM Hi Charles, nice to know you: This is a beautiful poetic tribute to the brave men who fought to keep our country free. It's a shame that most people see it as just another day off and are against any armed conflict to preserve our freedom. Nice visiting you. Please visit me.