John Posey Poet Rhyme

Rest In Peace

I hear voices and see faces
Of warriors who died in faraway places.
Some gave their all, all gave their best.
When they were judged, all passed the test.

As I sit here alone on this bench by the lake
I wonder just what chances I’d take.
Would I show valor on fields of battle
Or would I display fear and nerves that were rattled?

Spirits still roam this hallowed ground,
So I stand and listen to every small sound.
And just as I leave I hear a faint sound
Of taps being played over each burial mound.


Written by John Posey
05/12/15

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Phyllis Babcock February 17, 2020 at 11:54 AM Create a nice image with this poem. Well written. love phyl

Patricia Cresswell August 10, 2017 at 8:14 AM Excellent piece.

Cynthia Buhain-Baello February 17, 2016 at 3:42 AM Awesome images and profound thoughts, I could almost hear the taps. Wonderful writing and perfect title.

Monterey Sirak June 10, 2015 at 6:10 AM Stunning! This one is pure emotion. The last line brought tears. I can almost picture a lone angel with a bugle by each grave. John Posey June 11, 2015 at 9:42 PM Thanks for the visit...... I felt many emotions in writing this one.... Memorial Day brings out the best in many writers..... Love Ya.. Jake

Constance La France May 31, 2015 at 6:15 PM John, beautifully penned and thanks for visiting my poem, shameonyou John Posey June 1, 2015 at 1:07 AM Thank you, BW........I treasure your visits and comments....... Jake

Heather Snow May 22, 2015 at 6:38 PM Brilliantly said John Posey May 23, 2015 at 5:27 AM Thanks for visiting....... Your comments mean a lot to me...... Love Ya..... Jake

Laura Leiser May 17, 2015 at 7:20 PM This is a beautifully written poem, John. There are many unsung heroes that have passed through this life that only God knows about. A 7 from me. John Posey May 18, 2015 at 4:59 AM Thanks Laura.... This one seemed appropriate for Memorial Day and one started was easy to write..... Love Ya..... Jake