Unity

A poem written to be read at a Memorial Day assembly.

At the heart of our country,

Lay their names in the black stone

The promise that set us free,

Was tied when their courage shone.

They stood and they fought for us,

And for that, we give our voice

The valiant, brave, and just,

Let us stand, join hands; rejoice.

As they’ve gained the greatest wealth,

Today, their stories are shared.

Love your neighbor as yourself,

Like these heroes also cared.

The tales of these brave soldiers,

Our brothers, sisters, neighbors

Some younger and some older,

An act of selfless labor.

With freedom to celebrate,

Liberty to speak our minds

We realize the death of hate,

And press to follow behind.

We’re born as a new nation,

At their final endeavor

Their courage our salvation,

We stand united, forever.

Author's Note

Hopefully this is decent.

Reviews

[The Dudeman (Kenneth T)]

This is very good. A mark of a good poet is rhyming that is not forced. Yours comes very easily and doesn't distract from what is actually being said

[Sam]

^^ "Hopefully this is decent." You were wrong. THIS IS WONDERFUL.

[kelly]

this is gonna rock dude! great job!

[Neva Flores Smith - Cha..]

A wonderful tribute to our heroes.

[Keevan]

I really liked it. I can't wait to hear this at the assembly. :D