With Him Goes a Rose

It was only a few days
On their barren soil
Through a doorway he went
So many lives now spoiled

An explosive device
Plastic in design
Could never be detected
Now a life resigns
 
The regimental medic
Rushes to his aid
To stem his internal bleeding
Through his eyes he fades

His lifeless soul lies lonely
As he is gently stretchered away
Where he will be flown back home
To where the angels play

In honoured ceremony
As he is carried to his carriage
On the tarmac awaits
His fiance, without marriage

In the chapel of rest
She stands in a tear laden pose
Her tribute to her lost one
With him goes a Rose

For tomorrow she will awake
A new day in her life
As she remembers her love
Who would have made her his wife




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Moribund Avatar
November 19, 2009 at 8:58 AM
Dear James: Being a vetran of the U.S. Army, I can connect with the message of your poem. Thank you for this wonderful, yet sad poem. Respectfully yours: Sheol
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November 18, 2009 at 11:10 AM
Awesome write James, emotion, love loss, very well written, good job, Sincerely, Moses
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November 18, 2009 at 6:46 AM
Aye a sad day. Thank you for kind comments on my poem just returned from holiday in Scotland. Robert (Rabbie)
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November 16, 2009 at 1:23 PM
James, this is beautifully written. You are filled with such tenderness and warmth, and it certainly comes through in your work. Hugs, Donna
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November 16, 2009 at 10:08 AM
Congratulations on being featured on the Hot Poem list with this great write. Very emotional and descriptive. Keep writing. Sara
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November 14, 2009 at 7:31 PM
This is a lovely poem James.. Pam
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November 14, 2009 at 6:21 PM
I like this poem it's good :)
Haick Avatar
November 14, 2009 at 4:39 PM
The pain of losing our soldiers continue to grow each day and I wonder when will it all end. Thanks for sharing, James! Peace and love, Audrey
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November 14, 2009 at 11:44 AM
Too sad. Too true. War's rue. Excellent write, James. Lovingly, Dane Ann
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November 14, 2009 at 10:31 AM
fine write! James!
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November 14, 2009 at 8:50 AM
Brilliant but tragic story happening too often today with the many wars in play... the sadness has a sweetness too ... it is better to have loved and lost (that love) than never to have loved at all.. her memories will sustain her.. and he will be with her always in spirit... love never stops .. it just takes a little hiatus until they meet again in another realm... excellent write.. glad u liked my Gibran poem.. His books are unique.. as your storytelling.. luv Linda-Marie..P.E.P.S. :Sweetie"
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November 14, 2009 at 8:33 AM
Very emotional heartfelt write dear James. Touches ones heart deeply. Outstanding story line and Rhyme. Thanks for sharing. Keep up the good work! Love Light Patty
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November 14, 2009 at 8:19 AM
This very heartfelt Sad poem,goes to my favs..So sad to lose someone so dear ,hope we all have time to share with our loved ones..before God takes us away-What the use of the flag on a coffin,the medals of bravery,,to bodies who are dead..deep write and a fav--Charma
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November 14, 2009 at 7:58 AM
James - yet another fabulous piece filled with so much emotion. I just love the way you write. Look forward to yur next great piece. Love Janette
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