Memorial Message

On the radio I heard A statement that I found absurd. It described today’s parade Where tributes are routinely made To soldiers who have served and died, Who’ve earned our gratitude and pride. “These troops fought hard so on this date We all can meet and celebrate The freedom that they helped fulfill By eating burgers from the grill.” I get that it’s symbolic, yet No soldier would, I’d surely bet, Risk life and limb or wounds to heal So we could barbecue a meal. That said, we all should take a pause To think of all who fight because They do a job and know each breath Could bring them grief or harm or death. This holiday, each one who serves Should get the honor he deserves.