.

very white

 

A proud man.

He stands in the street

seemingly oblivious

to the chill November breeze.

 

On his head,

his regimental beret.

On his chest,

a row of brightly polished medals.

 

From a strap

around his neck,

hangs a tray

of blood-red paper poppies.

 

A proud man,

doing what he can

to remind us today

of those who died so we’d be free.

 

 

poppy

11 thoughts on “.

  1. Sadje's avatar Sadje November 11, 2019 / 10:41

    A lovely reminder.

      • Sadje's avatar Sadje November 11, 2019 / 17:36

        You’re welcome 😉

  2. Sally's avatar Sally November 11, 2019 / 11:11

    That’s lovely.

  3. Debbie D.'s avatar Debbie D. November 11, 2019 / 14:54

    A lovely tribute! 💖 Poppies are an important part of Remembrance Day observations here in Canada, as well. Gratitude abounds!

  4. larry trasciatti's avatar larry trasciatti November 13, 2019 / 18:08

    Whoa moocho bad timing, considering that it was so soon after a shooting

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