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Joyce Johnson
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0 posted 2008-05-24 01:31 PM


Remembrance Day

On this Memorial Day I bring
Bouquets to those I've known
Who have gone on to their rewards
With angels 'round His throne.

My mama and my daddy,
My brothers numbering five,
I loved them all so dearly
When they were still alive.

My husband and my precious son,
My small granddaughter too.
If I must strip my garden bare,
It's little enough to do.

I'll  wear a bright red poppy for
Some other mother's son
And sit with all my memories when
Remembrance Day is done.

By: Joyce 5/24/08

© Copyright 2008 Joyce I Johnson - All Rights Reserved
Robert E. Jordan
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1 posted 2008-05-24 01:51 PM


Joyce,

This is an outstanding Memorial Day poem.

Bobby

OwlSA
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2 posted 2008-05-24 03:21 PM


What a lovely tribute to them all!  I am so sorry that you have lost so many loved ones.  The good things is that you had so many loved ones in the first place . . . but to lose a child . . . that must have been the hardest of all.  I am so sorry for your loss, but applaud your brave attitude.

- Owl

Margherita
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3 posted 2008-05-24 07:14 PM


Dear Joyce, your extremely poignant words make me want to reach out with a big warm hug.

This is truly a wonderful write.

Love and light.
Margherita

sandgrain
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4 posted 2008-05-24 08:32 PM


I agree with those before me. Your words of love, respect and faith, bring joy to all who have the privilage of reading your
work, Joyce.

God bless,
  Rae

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