Joyce Johnson Poet Rhyme

Nathan

...			He was one of the good ones
			The best of the best.
			He had gone into danger
			At his nation’s request.
			He was not there to fight
			Only there to rebuild.
			Too young, and too good
			And too brave to be killed.

			He is one of too many
			Who’ve gone to Iraq
			To help protect freedom
			But will not be back.
			His parents are proud
			To have raised such a one;
			A beautiful, dutiful
			Wonderful son.

			His friends are in tears,
			Their loss is immense,
			That he’s not coming home
			Just doesn’t make sense.
			Some are spared some are taken.
			God only knows why.
			He took our love with him
			When his turn to die.

			12/23/03

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Jslambert Mister Roboto July 13, 2011 at 11:49 PM this one is sad to me. My old best friend's name is Nathan. We never talk anymore. He is alive and well. Many of my friends are dead, but the great ones who I lose contact with seem to bother my soul just as much.

Joe Maverick July 13, 2011 at 2:33 PM A most painfull subject and episode you have written on Joyce... i think in the long run it must help.

Juanita Warden July 13, 2011 at 9:48 AM Congratulations on your 1st place win..I knew this was a winner...

Juanita Warden July 12, 2011 at 10:26 AM Bringing tears in my eyes.What a tribute to Nathan and our soldiers. You brought out what we all feel. Thank you for these tender but true words.Hugs.

Caryl Muzzey July 12, 2011 at 9:44 AM Joyce, you have penned a wonderful write and tribute to this young man and his family. This is a beautiful write, I enjoyed the read~ Caryl

Paul Beadnall July 12, 2011 at 9:42 AM Very touching tribute, beautifully versed together. He`d be so proud of you and this poem .. bless up... paul