Although I've not been for about three years (because of Covid) I used to regularly go visit the Commonwealth war graves in France & Belgium .. and hope to resume soon in my new camper .. I totally understand the sentiments and maybe the physical feelings that compelled you to put pen to paper and pen this particularly poignant poem Pet .. 💜
Aw, what a lovely review from a chocolate box man. Soft centre, hard exterior:) or maybe the other w.. read moreAw, what a lovely review from a chocolate box man. Soft centre, hard exterior:) or maybe the other way round:) I hope your camper van gets you there. I have never been, but even watching the sight on tv and at such a distance it rips me apart at the seams. Yes, both physically and mentally. I appreciate you my friend.
Chris
1 Year Ago
........... me too .. you must visit Ypres and the Menin Gate at 20.00hrs if its the very la.. read more
........... me too .. you must visit Ypres and the Menin Gate at 20.00hrs if its the very last thing you do .. N
1 Year Ago
Thank you. It must be quite something. I’ll be sure to take a hanky .
Although I've not been for about three years (because of Covid) I used to regularly go visit the Commonwealth war graves in France & Belgium .. and hope to resume soon in my new camper .. I totally understand the sentiments and maybe the physical feelings that compelled you to put pen to paper and pen this particularly poignant poem Pet .. 💜
Aw, what a lovely review from a chocolate box man. Soft centre, hard exterior:) or maybe the other w.. read moreAw, what a lovely review from a chocolate box man. Soft centre, hard exterior:) or maybe the other way round:) I hope your camper van gets you there. I have never been, but even watching the sight on tv and at such a distance it rips me apart at the seams. Yes, both physically and mentally. I appreciate you my friend.
Chris
1 Year Ago
........... me too .. you must visit Ypres and the Menin Gate at 20.00hrs if its the very la.. read more
........... me too .. you must visit Ypres and the Menin Gate at 20.00hrs if its the very last thing you do .. N
1 Year Ago
Thank you. It must be quite something. I’ll be sure to take a hanky .
"Remember me is all I ask,
my task complete my days are done,
my sacrifice to keep you free.."
What s beautiful piece. The words carry so much emotion and wisedom.
Posted 4 Years Ago
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4 Years Ago
Thank you so much sonnie for your visit. Most appreciated.
Reminds me of how connected I feel to the loss when I hear in Flanders field. In my home town there are marble plaques with all those that died, in too small lettering as there were so many from the town to give them the space their actions merited. And that town is not alone, all along the length and breadth of the country, you can see these memorials with too many names, reminding us of what we have to be grateful for.
A fitting tribute for the centenary of hell ending.
Posted 5 Years Ago
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5 Years Ago
Thank you Lorry. Every part of the country suffered, some more than others. We must never forget.read moreThank you Lorry. Every part of the country suffered, some more than others. We must never forget.
You leave me with nothing to say dear Chris, how Your words spoke of and to me, only the depths of my heart can tell, this would be with no doubt my most favorite special poem from You, a true masterpiece of peace and love.
100000.../100 if I could.
Posted 5 Years Ago
5 Years Ago
Thank you dear Light. Pleased my words are valued by you. Many thanks yous.
And remember we must! It’s all we can do. All the tribute we can really give the lost soldiers. Whichever side, whatever cause, a soldier dies fighting for a cause to which he stays loyal to his life’s end. Your words profoundly underline that no one escapes the tough repercussions of war! A very thoughtful tribute, Chris.
Posted 5 Years Ago
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5 Years Ago
Hello Ditzy dear. How right you are. War is futile. There are no winners. Here kitty have a treat. W.. read moreHello Ditzy dear. How right you are. War is futile. There are no winners. Here kitty have a treat. We have a new kitten. Six weeks old, such a cutie.
Aww...kittens are adorable! I wish I could come visit! Just give her my regards Chris! 💕
5 Years Ago
Little tabby, gorgeous she is. Well I think she'"s a she,!!!
5 Years Ago
I’m glad ‘she’ is! Nothing to beat kittens. Cuteness overload! Thanks for sharing her with me .. read moreI’m glad ‘she’ is! Nothing to beat kittens. Cuteness overload! Thanks for sharing her with me Chris 💕
Powerful and wonderful words shared my friend. I lost many to war. My friend's brother painted on his fence after he was killed in Iraq. Freedom isn't free. I seen the Europe WW2 graveyards. Make you understand. Once stood great men. Thank you Chris for sharing the amazing poetry.
Coyote
Posted 5 Years Ago
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5 Years Ago
Many thanks Coyote for your response. How right that is, Freedom isn't free. All that sacrifice. The.. read moreMany thanks Coyote for your response. How right that is, Freedom isn't free. All that sacrifice. The least we can do is remember them.
Chris
5 Years Ago
You are right dear Chris and you are welcome. We must remember the great people.
That first stanza is absolutely amazing to me. I love the imagery and think the repetition of “Remember me” is perfect.
The second stanza I think has a powerful message that is depicted well. I also like how it ends in a rhyme that kind of helps to bring the poem to a close with that strong ending line.
Posted 5 Years Ago
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5 Years Ago
Thank you for that lovely review. Pleased to see you here.
On the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month....we remember. It was supposed to be the war t end all wars and yet so many have perished in wars since then. Yes, we must think and remember what has been lost before more is lost. Heartfelt poem for Veteran's Day, Chris. Lydi**
Posted 5 Years Ago
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5 Years Ago
Thanks Lydi** Important to remember the sacrifice made by others. Your review appreciated. read moreThanks Lydi** Important to remember the sacrifice made by others. Your review appreciated.
Albert, my paternal grandfather introduced me to Tennyson when I was nine. I have loved poetry ever since but did not attempt writing a single piece until I was 40. It's never too late to try somethin.. more..