We have a duty to remember. At the current time of callous disregard from humanity and worship of the fiscal god's, we have a duty to value lives given for the sake of all our futures.
The Fallen
The perpetual warrior but never his fault,
he was there cos’ he needed work,
took the King's shilling for a pinch of salt,
became the pawn of any artful jerk.
As required he delivered and died,
he battled and fought as was commanded,
but no matter how hard he fought and strived,
the soldier's precious life sadly ended.
So we gather to show final respect,
and give thanks for their curtailed living,
hoping the belated feelings reflect
appropriate depth, for their dying.
We should try our best every November,
To give a gift selflessly - and remember.
© David L Atkinson November 2024
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