Remembrance Day

Soldiers in full dress

Some frail,

With canes, walker and wheelchairs

Still they come in tribute

For fallen comrades

New and old

The heavens cry

With rain and wind

Still they stand tall

People old and young

Marvel at their inner strength

The symbol a red flower

Proudly worn on their breasts

To remember so we can never forget

The sacrifices given

Though some think long ago

To these brave men and women

It’s yesterday again

Pain in their eyes

They remember and thank

Fallen comrades

Again and again
How can we do less?

©Sheilagh Lee November 9 2016