Tim Ryerson Poet Concrete

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 May 27, 2015 at 12:02 AM Another heavy but amazing poem

Angelita Becerra December 10, 2009 at 10:25 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 November 30, 2009 at 9:59 PM Tim, congrats on your success in Deborah's contest...Raul

Carol Sunshine Brown November 30, 2009 at 1:04 PM Congratulations on your win in Deborah's contest Tim. Love,Carol

James Fraser November 30, 2009 at 10:33 AM Many congratulation's Tim on your win in Deborahs's contest >> James

Linda-Marie Sweetheart November 30, 2009 at 9:03 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 November 29, 2009 at 11:42 PM Congrats on your success in Debbie's contest Tim.Rgds Brian

Elaine George November 29, 2009 at 10:09 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 November 29, 2009 at 6:35 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 November 29, 2009 at 5:45 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 November 18, 2009 at 4:43 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 November 9, 2009 at 6:14 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 November 6, 2009 at 8:38 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"