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A Silent Thought
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A Silent Thought |
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Logan Senior Member
since 2001-05-28
Posts 1641Arkansas |
Take the time today for just a silent thought For all the men and women, their final battle fought From days of Independence to drab of terrorist cave Remember all of them with the completeness that they gave This day is given in memory of total sacrifice done For you to enjoy the freedom that their death has won Wartime or peacetime, it really mattered not They served all of you to the final sleep they got The mind cannot imagine of what they all went through So the flag could keep a-waving, flying high and true But in my heart I have to say, this day’s not only for those who fell Give a silent prayer, for the others, who had to live and dwell More than one sacrifice comes from country served For there are many, that received more than was deserved The price of freedom comes with very expensive coin Paid by the men and women, in the service that they join So when you breath the air today, know that it is free And you could travel anywhere to see what you would see But a price was given, so that you could have this day So give a silent thought for all that took harm’s way |
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CowgirlFreedom17 Member
since 2002-05-20
Posts 82Mississippi |
I love that. As this year moves on...it's seems America is slowly forgetting that we STILL have people fighting for us...Your poem is a great reminder. I love it. Don't hold back the words you really mean. |
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Mysteria 
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Happy Memorial Day to you all and Logan, this was a *gentle smile* indeed and a lovely reminder that yes indeed not only there but in many countries we walk free because of those that stood in harm's way for us, and still do. Wonderful tribute, you should be very proud of this piece. [This message has been edited by Mysteria (05-27-2002 02:14 AM).] |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
So true...James |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
More than a moment, Logan...more than a moment. And I shall do whatever I can to make sure this stays at the top...in memory of all those who have left, to give us what we still have...our Freedom. |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
...Amen... |
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vandana
since 1999-10-22
Posts 10463USA |
enjoy  |
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catalinamoon
since 2000-06-03
Posts 9543The Shores of Alone |
You said it perfectly, Logan. Sandra |
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SmartChick Member Rara Avis
since 2001-09-23
Posts 7081On A Journey To The Unknown |
Amen to this, Logan! |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Logan Yes, my thoughts on this day are like this, but not expressed as you do with your wisdom and heart. |
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Zinsser Senior Member
since 2001-02-27
Posts 1641Calif. |
Bravo!!! |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Logan Well done and covered all the bases. Enjoyed |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Your campfires always burn with much truth and beauty. This is a gentle way to remember all the souls who walked this pathway. |
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Suetang Member Ascendant
since 2001-03-07
Posts 5187Melbourne, Australia |
Hello Logan A very moving tribute and so eloquently written by a master of words. Take care.....Sue Suetang |
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Magnus
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA |
Logan, thank you for extending your gratitude to ALL who have served and given. I took that oath...and I gave my country my best effort to ensure freedom for my family and all of the free world... Maybe just one small speck...but all those specks made a mountain so large... And it is still growing today...and every day...Let us not forget that there are still thousands who are on ships, on and under the water...overseas at remote locations...many are fighting a war for us as we breath this air we have... Let us not forget... |
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