Memorials

One scene of one loss Ever seen this cross? Look aside, kindly gaze as you ride in the haze of highways and byways amid the fumes of rushing hours Old memorials, forgotten tributes, circles of leaf and flower Down a two-lane country road stands one lone, tiny tower Flashing bright in high beams, watch it glimmer and glower Pounded down in green grass Sacred ground The years pass still yet it glares his lone last rite Not a soul dare trespass this site Lost all he had God tell me why His grieving dad now passes by Oh my son The fight rages on

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Skat A

Date: 5/27/2015 12:02:00 AM

Another heavy but amazing poem

Angelita Becerra

Date: 12/10/2009 10:25:00 AM

Great poem but it comes from a sad inspiration..maybe this poem will help change the world...and Congrats on the win though seems blasphemous some how...Angelita

Raul Moreno

Date: 11/30/2009 9:59:00 PM

Tim, congrats on your success in Deborah's contest...Raul

Carol Sunshine Brown

Date: 11/30/2009 1:04:00 PM

Congratulations on your win in Deborah's contest Tim. Love,Carol

James Fraser

Date: 11/30/2009 10:33:00 AM

Many congratulation's Tim on your win in Deborahs's contest >> James

Linda-Marie Sweetheart

Date: 11/30/2009 9:03:00 AM

Congrats, Tim, my friend, on your winning poem in Deb's contest.. well deserved win and wonderful poem too.. happy to be sharing stage with u as an honorable mention... blessings ... luv.. Linda-Marie, P.E.P.S. "Sweetheart"

Brian Strand

Date: 11/29/2009 11:42:00 PM

Congrats on your success in Debbie's contest Tim.Rgds Brian

Elaine George

Date: 11/29/2009 10:09:00 PM

Yes! Tim, I have seen so many of these crosses - Heartbreaking! Yet - drunk driving is still tolerated. How can this be? It must be stopped. I pray this is not your cross, but if it is, then my prayers are with you. This is a extremely powerful message in perfect concrete form. Much love, Lainie

Carrie Richards

Date: 11/29/2009 6:35:00 PM

Dear Tim...if this comes from personal experience, as Donna indicated, I'm so very sorry to hear it. I am not sure how I missed this poignant and heartfelt poem, but it is well worthy of each of us to read, re-read over and over as a thoughtful reminder. Well written and heart touching. Love, Carrie

Donna Golden

Date: 11/29/2009 5:45:00 PM

Tim, I know this time of year is difficult. Giving you congratulations seems strange, as such sadness occurred for your inspiration. Still, I'm happy to see that you are recognized for your great work. Hugs, Donna

Robert A. Dufresne

Date: 11/18/2009 4:43:00 PM

I always say one when I pass those crosses. a wonderful work Tim. Thank you from those whom those crosses represent. Again . Great job. I do enjoy your poetry Tim.

Debbie Guzzi

Date: 11/9/2009 6:14:00 AM

I have to tell you Tim all your work REALLY paid off! This is marvelous. In word and form. A real cracker jack job! Light & Love

Linda-Marie Sweetheart

Date: 11/6/2009 8:38:00 PM

This madness on the highways is still rampant, Tim, but u have expressed this in your tribute poem.. One of my sons had a classmate that was killed on Memorial Day by a drunk driver and it affected the entire graduating class.. very sad .. your words have given all food for thought ... keep on writing ... and sharing .... Linda-Marie, P.E.P.S. "Sweetheart"