Remember Them

Tears in the eyes of the young and the old.
A poppy on our chests, our gratitude told.

For those who died and those who did not,
We shall remember them, they'll not be forgot.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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Pettit Avatar
January 11, 2011 at 10:18 PM
Nice write for Veterans Day. These two couplets say a lot.
Devonshire Avatar
November 14, 2010 at 8:18 PM
Very nicely done, Francine. The poppies seem to be an international symbol to remind us of our veterans. Perhaps this came to be after the poem "In Flanders Fields" was written about a military cemetery. If you can't whittle your contest entry, don't worry. 16 lines is okay with me. Just didn't want super long poems. I don't mind one more line. Love, Carolyn
Slaughter Avatar
November 14, 2010 at 11:54 AM
This was very moving to me! Thank you so much for sharing!
Maverick Avatar
November 14, 2010 at 9:40 AM
thank you for commenting
Johnson Avatar
November 13, 2010 at 6:41 PM
Great verse babe! THANKS 4 your comments... I drive a chevvy/holden ute silver flash this bit of fruit...
Fraser Avatar
November 13, 2010 at 6:20 PM
And when the sun goes down, 'We Will Remember Them' lovely tribute once again Francine >> James :)
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November 12, 2010 at 9:50 PM
sad pair of double couplets, enjoyed, and hi! *p.s.* I posted a poem dedication, hope you can spy your name in there. (IT IS IN THERE)Thanks for all your comments always p.d.
Harris Avatar
November 12, 2010 at 10:39 AM
Very good write, meaningful and touching.
Mehta Avatar
November 12, 2010 at 10:32 AM
A nice tribute you have penned so well to the veterans, Francine
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