Our Common Legacy

(In Memorium:
For Modern Singapore's
Founding Father,
Mr Lee Kuan Yew, RIP)
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~



See that body politic
In visionary brave tact;
See that action dynamic
In lovely outcome life facts.


A man of vision lived here
With a fierce, bold loyalty;
A man of passion most dear
Who forged purpose profoundly.


Once in a hundred years we
Are lucky to witness grand;
Once in a vital way see
A soul who fleshed our good ends.


The Singapore way today
Was crafted by bold daring;
The modern city state pays
A tribute to great forging.


Our once upon a time here
Is lived through the humble man;
The life we live now endears
All races to a clear trend.


As a mark of gratitude,
We the people honour you;
For forging faith attitude:
"Thank you Mister Lee Kuan Yew."


Your days upon this good earth
Are over now -- Rest In Peace;
We mourn yet feel a warm mirth:
Your Singapore blooms kind ease.



Leon Enriquez
23 March 2015
Singapore
Copyright © | Year Posted 2015

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Sankey- Lewis Avatar
March 23, 2015 at 12:22 PM
Leon, this poem is a fine tribute. It is sincere as the man you've honored. Good qualities of character are commendable. I read your alliteration poem and it interesting.
Enriquez Avatar
March 23, 2015 at 6:02 PM
Dear Iris: Thank you for your kind words. Our people are in mourning for 7 days until Sunday March 29 when the late Mr Lee Kuan Yew's memorial service will be followed by a private family cremation service at Singapore's Mandai Crematoria near the lush Singapore Zoological Gardens. All my best wishes then, Leon.
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