Already
Quiet this morning
Without you here
Clock keeps ticking
Fridge keeps running
My vision continues to blur
Tears of sorrow
Only allowed now
When I can sit
Reflect with respect
You all deserved more
I wish you were here
Calming your families
Bringing them joy
Instead you are in Heaven
Resting
War will always be part
Of who you are
But you were so much more
Some gave all
You answered the call
Unselfishly
Unconditionally
Bravely
While we stood here
Holding our flag of freedom
You were asked to risk
War and duty took your breath
I owe you at least this
Yet, so much more
Should leave my lips
Thank you
We miss you
Peace be with your families
Oldest Daughter & Red Headed Sister 
Beautiful tribute to those who sacrifced so much. Wonderful, Audrey ❤
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I appreciate that, Heather. I cannot imagine the pain these families live with..
Thank you ♥
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Wonderful tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice!
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Thank you. I should acknowledge them more than I do, but I was happy about how this poem turned out.
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Thank you. I’ve been unable to find words yet.
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You’re welcome, Susan. I understand the concept of waiting on words.
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Cuts right to the heart of it all.
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Thank you. We have a lot to be thankful for, I believe.
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Love it
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Thanks, my friend. Love and miss you!!
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Audrey Dawn, You’ve written such a beautiful and heartfelt Memorial Day poem – this one is lasting.
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Thank you, Shari. Your comment is lasting …I appreciate you so much.
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The capture of sorrow..pride..respect….wrapped in understanding. Beautifully written,.
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Thank you. I know your appreciation for this day is full of respect, too. You taught us well, Mom.
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Beautifully expressed. It even touched this old goat.
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Thank you, Duke. *giggle* You seem surprised, you old goat.
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I suppose in a way, yes. The professor is an old goat. Or a troll.
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Are you about to tell me a story about the three billy goats? You know they knew a troll… Why do you think you are a troll?
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I only pretend to live under a bridge. That was one of my favorite stories growing up!
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I pretend to live in a Hobbit house, you know! It is my dream to live in a house in the shape of a circle. I love circles. Each room is a full circle…oh, it just sounds so dreamy! Circle, circle, circle…. *reflects on circles*
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That would be fun, I agree. Plus, there’s a dragon in those parts.
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Yes, and he is def a scary dragon!
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I’ll have to see the movie.
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You’ve seen them, haven’t you?
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I saw the first only! Right before the dragon came into it!
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The second is scary! I would hide in your shoulder, for sure. Not the book at all!
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Haha! I’ve heard it wasn’t really good. Is it worth seeing?
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Well, for me it was, because I’m not a huge critic. You may be different…
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Action movies are usually just fine with me. Plus, my favorite is in it.
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Kenny G? LOL Who…?
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No! *laughing lots* The Pale Orc on the White Warg! No strike that and reverse it. It’s one of those, at least.
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….really….he gives me nightmares, Duketh.
I was hoping you identified with Beorn. *smiles*
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Was Beron in the first? I don’t identify with the orc, I would be the one to hunt him if I was there.
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I don’t have any idea. ..I am not the best movie viewer. I tend to forget when there is so much happening. I just admitted to being a movie watcher. Sometimes I watch movies for the joy of someone else’s excitement. Ooo, so you are the good guy, in the end, that is…
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Yes, I think so. That orc just begs to be hunted.
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Yes, he creeps me out! I worry because he is fierce. ..
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He is! But he’d be no match for Borimir. Hope I spelled that right. I don’t think I did.
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I have no idea if you did. Borimir is brave.
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Perfect words and thoughts on this day, Audrey. Thank you.
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Perfect? You are too sweet. Thank you, Mark. Enjoy your parade!
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The parade was awesome, Audrey. Pooches for waving children lining the curb. Soldiers like moments like this.
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I’m glad you had fun, Mark!
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Perfectly worded, Audrey.
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Hi! Thank you, Richard.
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Welcome
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One of the best poems I’ve read this morning. Beautifully done.
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Charles….thank you. That means so much.
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Beautiful Tribute
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Thanks, John. I’m glad you think so.
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A great Memorial Day poem.
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Thank you, Michael
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