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"Taps" (In Memory of, on their day)
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"Taps" (In Memory of, on their day) |
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Magnus
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA 
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Each careful touch with pauses placed from heartfelt thoughts of lives erased. As Taps are blown the bugle’s song a tear appears from weak, from strong. A tear of sadness, tear of loss Tear of remembrance, of life’s cost. Quiver of cheek, a sniffle dried for all that gave, for all that died. Many departed to not return from lands of terror, bodies burned. From cliff side graves of shallow fill and hurried prayers, of those who kill. They came to free, they came to save. From birth of morn to waiting grave. They gave a soul, that I might leave a thought, a hope, a moment’s grieve. The beaches bled, the volleys flew from cannon red, from snipers too. And as the sun did set the land they fought, they fought...a gallant stand. A flag unfurled across deep seas in honor of life’s liberties. Where many fell, as others cried American born, filled with our pride. As nations strong remember them, a bugle plays a warrior’s hymn and to the graves of those in rest I give my heart, my soul, my best. And I freely cried... [This message has been edited by Magnus (05-26-2003 04:50 PM).] |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
May your "Taps" be on tap every Memorial Day. Simply superb in content and in poetic form. Warm hugs, Linda |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Magnus~ Oh yes, dear friend~ I've never heard it played that it didn't bring tears to these cheeks. This is a loving reminder of what this day is all about~ *Huglets* dear poet~ ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ |
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scorpio Member Ascendant
since 2002-10-02
Posts 5178right...there |
To pause and reflecton this on this day on the supreme sacrifices made by others is a small request...in light of the gift they gave us.. believe in what your heart feels... |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Excellent Barry... Thank you for this. ~Hugs~ ~Somewhere in my heart I'm always |
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Richy Member Elite
since 2003-05-03
Posts 3050 |
Hi Barry, you know there’s not many things in life as noble and as brave, as sacrificing your life for your country. Giving all that you have, and ever will. Thank you Barry, for honoring all those that gave their final breath. In the hopes, of better ensuring our safety, and our freedoms. In my eyes, this poem of yours, is an American Classic. And you Sir, are a very special American, who I am very proud, if even in the slightest way, to be associated with. And it is with great honor today, to say to you... I salute you, my friend Sincere Blessings, Richy |
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Nan
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
"Day is Done..." - Your words are resounding ones, Barry - Thank you...  |
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Magnus
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA |
This write touched me as I wrote it, deeply. In it's simplicity....it still does. And, for the record...I am a vet. a proud one and I gladly served my nation. I would again... RMCM(SS) USN Retired. 1967-1992.... Thanks to all of you...and in my meager and humble way, thank you to all who gave their lives and freedom that we might have that which has been given us so unselfishly. |
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Startime55 Member Elite
since 2003-04-05
Posts 2148Alberta, Canada |
*sigh* and I cried deeply as I read these heartfelt words...They twist at the heart...I am so glad to have taken the time to visit here today...there is so much I need to feel from the memories...Thank you, my friend... |
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Mistletoe Angel
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (big hugggsssssssss) I too both grieve and honor their sacrifices that these bold soldiers made, and I hope that in the very near future no more sacrifices will ever be made like this again and we can all act like soldiers without guns...reflecting...rising...making peace to one another freely! (sigh) God Bless You, sweet friend, they are all in my thoughts and not solely on this day, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Barry, thank you for sharing! May love and light always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton Underneath your clothes, there's an endless story |
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Frank Tymon Junior Member
since 2003-05-11
Posts 27California, USA |
Stand Tall. Frank Tymon |
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Balladeer
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
My heartfelt salute to you, Barry. Thank you for what you are and all you have been... |
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ThisDiamond Member Rara Avis
since 2002-02-22
Posts 9353Michigan, USA |
There is never a time that Taps will not reach into my heart, and shake loose the dam. Wonderful tribute. TD |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
me too |
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El_Campeador Senior Member
since 2003-01-29
Posts 761Ohio, USA |
May God bless our vets, and those who have died for our freedom. “We are all travelers in the wilderness of this world, and the best that we can find in our travels is an honest friend.” –Robert Louis Stevenson |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Nice...James |
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