Remember Me

A field so far from English shores

where poppies thrive for all to see.

In quiet moments touched by sun

a call is heard "Remember me".

"Remember me is all I ask,

my task complete my days are done,

my sacrifice to keep you free".

From tyranny no wars are won

for death destroys, brings agony

and sorrow eats at human hearts.

When eyes are blind and minds are set

and tolerance a word that's lost,

just stand, reflect and think again.

The ones you love will bear the cost.

Reviews

[Neville]

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 .. 💜

[Chris Shaw]

Aw, 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

[Neville]

........... me too .. you must visit Ypres and the Menin Gate at 20.00hrs if its the very last thing you do .. N

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you. It must be quite something. I’ll be sure to take a hanky .

[Arundass TP]

War is not good. It's loss. Good poem

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Arundass. How right you are. No one wins in war. Only losers. All that death, destruction and grief.

[Snow_]

Before my "harsh critiques"

I would like to state that your piece is wonderfully vivid and lovely.


But i have some thing that made me dislike for a bit

I think it would had been lovelier if i knew who is the one who said "Remember me"
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I think it would had been better to describe how far was it...More vividness....Is always better

A field so far from English shores

So it would had better if you had told me how far in concrete imagery

Like

Oh well its just my opinion...I still really loved this

To qoute kevin:
"I vastly prefer poems about SPECIFIC people doing SPECIFIC things. Not 'the trees' but 'this gray tree'. Not 'You always scream' but 'On tuesday you screamed about X'. Not 'love from the depths of the soul' but 'our love is a rock at the bottom of the river. Love is the lead lead weight of an undercooked hamburger in my stomach."

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you for your visit snow, your comments most welcome. I appreciate your interest. Remember Me is a poem about Armistice day in the Uk which was on 11th November, so it refers to all the war dead buried away from our shores, in particular in France and Belgium, so not one particular soldier. Pleased you stopped by.

[Snow_]

Thank you for your pleasant words. Maybe you could had said in the description? What it was? This would have been more impactful in my humble opinion:D

[Chris Shaw]

I guess you aren’t from the UK? I take on board your comments. Thanks.

[Snow_]

I am very far away from UK. I was about to say thank you for telling me about Armistice Day. It is completely new to me.

Can you explain I take on board your comments? Thank you

[Snow_]

Never mind, I google searched it thank you for considering my opinions.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you. I could have added additional info as a note:)

[Snow_]

Yeah right:D

[Lisasview]

Hi Chris,
Been awhile since I have reviewed any of your posts. Life just gets in the way...one way or another.
Lucky me to have found this special one of yours. So many layers throughout ...with so many interpretations to be had.
I really enjoyed the read,
Lisa, dark and cold with rain...big change in our weather!

[Chris Shaw]

Hi Lisa, lovely to have you stop by. I appreciate your kind words. Thank you so much. Lucky us, we have bright sunshine today after many days of grey. Hope the sun shines on you too. All good wishes.

[Lisasview]

You are so welcome….
We appreciate the rain as it has been such a dry year. We are only one hour from Valencia… what a disaster!😥

[Samuel Dickens]

From the book of John, "Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends." In my heart and soul, I believe that. You do a great honour to those who place the safety and welfare of others above their own.

[Chris Shaw]

Dear Sam, we all owe them a huge debt. Thank you for stopping by today. Their sacrifice gave us our freedom. Essential they are remembered. Thank you so much for your visit. All the best.

[Mauricio Montoya]

Wow Chris this write makes think of a fallen solder, this is deep because someone who gives his or hers life should always be remembered if I'm wrong its still a great tribute for anyone who risks for others.
Thank you for sharing.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Mauricio. It is Armistice day today, so this is my tribute to those who sacrificed their lives for our freedom. Thank you so much for stopping by. All good wishes.

[Mauricio Montoya]

We take for granted those who fight for our rights , again thank you for sharing such a great tribute.

[Chris Shaw]

You are very welcome.

[Relic]

Today is Veterans Day in the U.S. I normally post my usual poem but elected not to this time being not may seem interested. I always think of those who fought and died for us. Without them, where would we be today.

There are graves in the cemetery the next block over with veterans. I often give a hello to them when I pass.

[Chris Shaw]

Sadly the younger generations don’t seem to think it is important. I am ever thankful for those who sacrificed their lives for my freedom. Thanks Tim for stopping by.

[Dave]

Chris - here on the day we celebrate as Memorial Day, it is easy to remember all those who made the ultimate sacrifice to preserve our freedom. I especially remember a poem my seventh grade teacher made sure I memorized. "In Flanders' Field". More than once she tugged my ear to make sure I had memorized it.
Believe it or not, I could recite it to you even now!
That you for the reminder - Dave

[Chris Shaw]

Flanders Fields is a very beautiful poem Dave. I always remember those who sacrificed their lives to keep us free. Thank you so much for stopping by today. Hope you and yours are well.

[Dave]

I am doing very well, thank you. I hope and pray that it's the same for you.
Take care - Dave

[Dave]

i don't know if you recall. Some time ago I posted
"In Memoriam"
Take care - Dave

[Patricia Wedel]

Dear Chris... Roger is a Veteran and I just read your poem to him. He said... "your poem is very nice". We do remember all the Veterans lost to keep our World Free. Poppies and love... Pat

[Chris Shaw]

Dear Pat, thank you so much for reading my Armistice day poem to Roger. So important to remember those who sacrificed their lives for our freedom. I recall you mentioning before that Roger is a veteran. I hope you are both keeping well. Sending love across the pond. 🌹

[sonnie ibadah]

"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.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you so much sonnie for your visit. Most appreciated.

Chris