navwin » Archives » Open Poetry #44 » Anzac day (A repost for the day)
Open Poetry #44
Post A Reply Post New Topic Anzac day (A repost for the day) Go to Previous / Newer Topic Back to Topic List Go to Next / Older Topic
Rick
Member Elite
since 2001-06-21
Posts 2903
Victoria, Australia

0 posted 2009-04-24 10:00 AM



From reaches so free they were called to a war
To a bloodthirsty battle that screams evermore
Where comrades of freedom and mates by their side
Found evil there doing the devil’s abide

War is a battle that’s fought by the few
That follow through orders that most wouldn’t do
And though death’s among them, they keep going on
Men, merely mortal with pride that is strong

Our Anzac’s they battled but what could they do?
Endure what was dealt them and hope to get through
Young men who were willing but most were to die
Our wars hold to guilt as does man to their lie

No war is the last that man will endure
As long as we’re here there will be many more
But thank God for the men who all give up their right
To stay here with freedom and safety in sight

To all of the soldiers that war has at call
Compared to your promise our duty is small
You all hold a spot that is warmed by our heart
You’re our backbone and message when trouble does start

Today we remember the fallen by war
And say thanks to the soldiers we’ll need evermore
Through times of great worry you’re here to defend
And while you’re among us, you’re here as our friend

Australia, New Zealand and allies of peace
We honour your loyalty as battles increase
And hope in the future you only will train
That wars become fruitless as world becomes sane

We all shall remember and never forget
Our hero’s of battle, in pride we have set
And though we can never bring back who are gone
We honour their actions in place they belong

© Copyright 2009 Rick Van Weenen - All Rights Reserved
suthern
Deputy Moderator 1 TourDeputy Moderator 1 Tour
Member Seraphic
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723
Louisiana
1 posted 2009-04-24 10:25 AM


No war is the last that man will endure
As long as we’re here there will be many more
But thank God for the men who all give up their right
To stay here with freedom and safety in sight

What a wonderful remembrance for Anzac Day... what a wonderful tribute to all those who've fought or are fighting still. Thank you for this repost, my friend... some words are worth reading again and again. *S*

WTBAKELAR
Deputy Moderator 1 Tour
Senior Member
since 2008-09-09
Posts 1089
Utah, USA
2 posted 2009-04-24 02:51 PM


Rick, speaking as a Vet, and for all Veterans,  "THANK YOU" for this very beautiful poem.

This is a special work that should be shared and remembered, and kept before us to help remind those that live free, that it is only by the sacrifice of those willing to lay down their life for others, that we are able to live the lives we do.

Again, Thank you.
Tracey.

LindsayP
Member Elite
since 2007-07-28
Posts 3410
Australia, Victoria
3 posted 2009-04-24 10:52 PM



Australia, New Zealand and allies of peace
We honour your loyalty as battles increase
And hope in the future you only will train
That wars become fruitless as world becomes sane

We all shall remember and never forget
Our hero’s of battle, in pride we have set
And though we can never bring back who are gone
We honour their actions in place they belong

That is one great poem my friend, a delight to read, those last two verses especcially
Thanks for sharing this gem with us all.

Lindsay

Rick
Member Elite
since 2001-06-21
Posts 2903
Victoria, Australia
4 posted 2009-04-25 08:37 PM


Dear Suthern, great to have you reply to my poem, thank you, it is well worth remembering our soldiers who fight and who fought so well. Good to see you here my friend.

Dear Tracey, thank you for your reply my friend, may our protectors always be remembered; the forces that fight for peace. Good to have you visit.

Lindsay my friend, once again good to see you here and once again thank you for your reply, have a great day and take care.

To you all my friends, again thank you, Lest we forget.

Post A Reply Post New Topic ⇧ top of page ⇧ Go to Previous / Newer Topic Back to Topic List Go to Next / Older Topic
All times are ET (US). All dates are in Year-Month-Day format.
navwin » Archives » Open Poetry #44 » Anzac day (A repost for the day)

Passions in Poetry | pipTalk Home Page | Main Poetry Forums | 100 Best Poems

How to Join | Member's Area / Help | Private Library | Search | Contact Us | Login
Discussion | Tech Talk | Archives | Sanctuary