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The Veteran
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The Veteran |
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Sunshine
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since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart 
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 The Veteran He took up rifle, musket balls Took the pledge, answered call For his land, right or wrong Stemmed the tide, the day was long God and Country, black and white Fought from sunrise into blood’s night Heard the screams, fell to rise Wearied soldier of battled cries ~*~ World War I, then II, and more Traveled far to Korean shore Every man who lost his life Left his family, left his wife Every curse for whom we are Why? He had to travel far, Into countries to help oppressed To fight a war against protest ~*~ A world caught up in time and tide Nation’s leaders took a side Vietnam, oh, what a ride Time to hear a Veteran’s side Anger still shakes him deep Nightmares still proclaim his sleep He traveled so far to keep Promises; his country weeps For those who are lost and gone His country, who went beyond Will of men who went along For a cause they thought was strong He led teams who went to war Tell him please, what he fought for It's not too late to say "Thank You" for God, Country, our red, white, and blue.  My thanks to all of the Veterans who served their Country Now, and then. [This message has been edited by Sunshine (11-09-2002 08:35 PM).] |
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paladin
since 2001-08-05
Posts 930Pensacola,Fl. |
Thank you.This veteran salutes you. paladin |
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Denise
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
We owe them a debt that we can never repay. This is a lovely tribute, Karilea. |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Thank you for this Karilea.... It is much appreciated.. None of the vets should ever be forgotten. Well said. ~Hugs~ |
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scorpio Member Ascendant
since 2002-10-02
Posts 5178right...there |
As we get ready to mark another Remembrance Day in my country...this poem was very timely...each year the number of veterans gets smaller...will we remember when they are all gone? ...believe what your heart feels... |
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SmartChick Member Rara Avis
since 2001-09-23
Posts 7081On A Journey To The Unknown |
This is a wonderful tribute, Karilea. Veterans should never be forgotten. |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Thank you. None of the days that take a moment to give respect to our military should be taken lightly. |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
This is most definitely a treasure to be kept and read each year at this time---lest we forget what was given---and lost... ~ loving hugs to a loving heart and to all those who gave of their service---and of their lives Linda |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Karilea, A lovely tribute to veterans of courage, honor and sacrifice. To all of them and the families who gave we owe so much. God bless our veterans and their families and God bless the USA. If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to heaven and bring you home again. |
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Poet deVine
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
Amen. A fitting tribute to those brave souls that served and continue to serve our country. |
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garysgirl 
since 2002-09-29
Posts 19237Florida, USA |
Karilea, thanks very much for sharing this wonderful tribute to our Veterans. "Love makes the world go around" |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
What a beautiful, touching tribute. This is excellent, Sunshiney One! |
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paraboxer Member
since 2002-11-10
Posts 121Maryland, USA |
This is certainly a great piece of work. And the subject matter is also quite fitting. Having both a father and grandfather who are veterans helped me appreciate this even more. Being in the service helps that too... |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Wonderful...James |
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NewEnglandlazurlu Member Rara Avis
since 2002-01-04
Posts 7470A Mountain Paradise |
Karilea, must be the emotion of your poem and the looming possibility of a war with Iraq that brought tears to this gal's heart. You do our vets proud with your words. God bless the USA and you, dear poetess. Huggles, Marti |
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