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The Silent Soldier
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The Silent Soldier |
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LngJhnAg Member Elite
since 1999-07-23
Posts 3508Boot+Kitty=Poetry in motion 
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I see the silent soldier walking his post tonight, His comrades sleeping behind him, depending on his sight. And I wonder what he's thinking as he stares into the mist, Waiting for the morning, to feel the new Sun's kiss. Is he thinking of his wife and children far away? Does he wonder if they'll be safe in his arms again some day? Is he dreaming of her kiss, and the way their bodies meld? Does he hope for one more chance to tell her how he's felt? The silent soldier turns his head and I can see there in his eyes, The hopes and dreams he holds dear and knows will never die. The Sun approaches from behind, the promise of the coming day, The silent soldier nods his head, then slowly fades away. Somewhere silent soldiers guard their post thru hostile night, Out in the mists and darkening of the failing light. Sentries standing quietly while we sleep within their trust, The silent soldiers dedicating their lives because they must. God bless every one of you who stand your post tonight, Who ask for nothing more than the respect that is your right. You are the silent soldiers who hold us in your keep, Who live in danger, without the ones you love, while we so soundly sleep. God bless our brave men and women who stand in harms way. You are the cream of the crop. We owe you all so very much. Please come home soon, safe and whole. |
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Susan Caldwell Member Rara Avis
since 2002-12-27
Posts 8348Florida |
A beautiful prayer. My grand daughters daddy has returned from Iraq.  Thank you. "too bad ignorance isn't painful" |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
You are still a Master Mike |
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LngJhnAg Member Elite
since 1999-07-23
Posts 3508Boot+Kitty=Poetry in motion |
Thanks, Susan. As a vet who has been there as a young man, I feel very deeply for our young men and women who have carried on this sacred trust. I love your signature line. Thanks, Scott. I know you were there, too. So, from the bottom of my heart; Thanks, Soldier. |
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YoungatHeart2 Member
since 2008-12-12
Posts 81 |
very nice |
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Alison 
since 2008-01-27
Posts 9318Lumpy oatmeal makes me crazy! |
Your poem makes me feel silent inside. Thank you for saying this with so much sincerity. I echo your thanks to those who are serving. Alison |
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Marchmadness Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 9271So. El Monte, California |
Well done, Michael. Ida |
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latearrival Member Ascendant
since 2003-03-21
Posts 5499Florida |
LngJhnAg, As a long time fan I love your fun writes but I love you when you are serious even more. You have the talent to write in either direction. Thank you for this one. Latearrival |
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Balladeer
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
Mike, you're one of the best....seriously. |
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steavenr Member Elite
since 2003-11-17
Posts 4058 |
this genre looks good on you...very much appreciated...thank you for sharing this |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
I wipe the tears from my eyes long enough to say thank you... to those serving today... to those who've served. Ya done good, Mike. |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
LngJhnAg, have missed you~~ love your words, always And am wishing both of you and your families a happy and healthy holiday season  M |
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YoungatHeart2 Member
since 2008-12-12
Posts 81 |
Long John, your words flow so effortlessly and they paint a picture in our minds like a true artist. You have a special talent. Thank you for putting into words what so many of us hold in our hearts for these brave men and women. YaH |
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LngJhnAg Member Elite
since 1999-07-23
Posts 3508Boot+Kitty=Poetry in motion |
Thank you all for those very kind words. |
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Mark Bohannan Member Rara Avis
since 2000-06-21
Posts 7269In the winds of Cherokee song |
This one needs to climb to the top again. Your the best dude. |
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amusemi Senior Member
since 2001-12-08
Posts 1262A State of Disarray |
Our service men and women are owed a debt we can never repay...beautiful, beautiful tribute to them. |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
Awesome to read you again. and this? "Somewhere silent soldiers guard their post thru hostile night, Out in the mists and darkening of the failing light." Unaccustomed to having someone keep watch, it reminded me of...me. I know it ain't that same, but nobody will let me own an M-16.  And hey, it wasn't exactly a war zone, but I truly appreciated our National Guard, here in N.O. Good Fellers. |
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Robert E. Jordan Member Rara Avis
since 2008-01-25
Posts 8541Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
Yo LngJhnAg, Yeah, did that a few years ago. Bobby |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
I was sure I commented on this absolutely wonderful poem to honor those that give so much for us. There has to be a place (maybe the Red Cross) where you can send this Mike, so it gets read by those that need to hear it the most? Just a wonderful tribute to the service men and women we admire and respect so much all year. This reminds me of an email I always keep Mike, here's a link for you and everyone to see. Lumpy Bed?  Happy Holidays, Love Mysteria |
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