Author Archives: Leah Savage
Rufus – 2002 to 2015
The house is a little quieter this morning and a little lonelier. Our Silky Terrier passed away peacefully in his sleep yesterday after fighting a long hard fight. We had his love and devotion for 10 yrs. He was such a good old dog and we miss him. I wrote this poem in his memory. … Continue reading
Frankie’s Morning
Most mornings, this is how you find Frankie – on my lap in front of the fire. He has a pretty good life!
Romeo
You probably have never heard his name or have seen a picture of him. Romeo was a sailor working at the Pentagon on Sept. 11, 2001 when the plane hit the building. He was 3 days short of his 24th birthday. His mother got in touch with me after she had read some of my … Continue reading
THE OLD SOLDIER AND THE FLAG
When I was growing up the 4th of July was a special day in my hometown beginning with a parade around the court house square. They still have that parade and it’s known for being one of the longest held parades in the country surviving for well over 100 years. Veterans were at the head … Continue reading
We Walk Among Heroes
I wrote this in tribute to Dr Tommy Macdonnell and all the soldiers from WWII I grew up with not realizing I was among heroes. And for all the other veterans who have bravely served. We Walk Among Heroes He was bent over and gray as he shuffled along But back in his day he … Continue reading