Memorial Days
I remember Memorial Days from long, long ago
In the mountains, there was still a chance of snow,
But we took our flowers to the old cemetery
Where we honored the dead, lauded our military,
It was the time of the year for families to gather
Kinfolk came from far and near despite the weather,
Generally, high school bands played patriotic songs
And picnic baskets were a buffet for the throngs,
I remember playing games amid the old tombstones
While drinking sodas and munching on sweet scones,
It was the beginning of summer, school was over
We searched through the grass for a four-leaf clover,
We left the cemetery awash in beautiful flowers
The monuments all shining like marble towers.
When the long day was over, we felt mighty good
All tuckered out, but bellies were filled with food.
Written May 29, 2022
Copyright © L Milton Hankins | Year Posted 2022
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