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 .

[J. A. Perkins]

Lovely poem, Christine. Full of wisdom. I like the line "From tyranny, now wars are won"

[Chris Shaw]

Appreciate your visit Jerry. Thank you so much.

Chris

[Onlyme]

A beautiful solemn tribute to the ones who sacrificed themselves for us all.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Dawn. The least I can do is honour them in a poem. They gave so much.

Chris

[Onlyme]

That is so true Chris, they gave their life to save us all.

[Lorry]

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.

[Chris Shaw]

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.

Chris

[lightsong]

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.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you dear Light. Pleased my words are valued by you. Many thanks yous.

Chris

[Dhara_Ditzy Kat]

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.

[Chris Shaw]

Hello 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.

Chris

[Dhara_Ditzy Kat]

Aww...kittens are adorable! I wish I could come visit! Just give her my regards Chris! 💕

[Chris Shaw]

Little tabby, gorgeous she is. Well I think she'"s a she,!!!

[Dhara_Ditzy Kat]

I’m glad ‘she’ is! Nothing to beat kittens. Cuteness overload! Thanks for sharing her with me Chris 💕

[Coyote Poetry]

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

[Chris Shaw]

Many 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

[Coyote Poetry]

You are right dear Chris and you are welcome. We must remember the great people.

[H L Rose]

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.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you for that lovely review. Pleased to see you here.

Chris

[H L Rose]

Of course!

[Lydia Shutter]

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**

[Chris Shaw]

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.

Chris

[David Klay]

A skillfully crafted cerebral tribute to 'The Great War'. :)

[Chris Shaw]

Many thanks for your review. Pleased that you should call on my page.

Chris

[kitty]

Fitting tribute to those brave men who gave their very all: sacrificed their lives by taking the fall. Let pride and honor be the gift we give to those who answered to the call. Thank you for sharing this poignant piece.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you kitty for calling and for your most appropriate response. All good wishes.

Chris