Military / Veterans
The Last 60 Years
As I thought back on my life, I realized I had witnessed a myriad of events, some fun, some amazing, some tragic and many life changing. I decided to write this poem beginning with WWII before I was born and ending with one of the most terrible events that has occurred in the United States … Continue reading
Because of the Brave
Because of the Brave He’s just an old man, all grizzled and gray But he still can remember the hour and the day When the long war ended, the fighting had ceased The blood of young soldiers had brought about peace His memory still harbors those dreadful vignettes Vile scenes of battles he would like … Continue reading
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