Silent Honors

It is not in parades or days We find the fitting honors. It is not in displays or ways We bring our veterans praise. The highest honors silence knows; In hearts and eyes and poses. In hearts that burst with gratitude And eyes where weeping flows. In poses where the comrade stands Stretched tall in firm salute. They honor others with their hands Without a word, stand resolute. In silence lift our veterans. In honor, stop and remember when A father, mother, son or daughter Gave themselves for the brethren. Silence comes and calls: “at ease” And comforts loved ones lost. We too find solace and reprieve While heaven cares for these.