Ypres, Flanders Field... courtesy of Pixabay
BENEATH FLANDERS FIELDS
Beneath Flanders Fields, so many lay
their dreams all turned to dust
young men, and old, gave all they had
for what they believed was just.
As others wander o'er the land
they feel the lost ones's pain
they offer up a silent prayer
'Never let this be again.
Let there be peace, for all mankind
in that we must believe
Dear Lord, help us to understand
might it be possible to achieve.'
So much love lies beneath the soil
whether it be friend or foe..
so many families incomplete
as they tearfully saw them go.
Please think of them this special day
and remember all who've passed.
Enjoy this life they saved for us
..if only that war had been the last.
©Crissouli Nov 11, 2017
What a poignant poem Chris. You have a real talent! xo
ReplyDeleteThank you, Sharon. I appreciate your kind comment.
DeleteI'm writing about World War I as well. It had a profound impact on those who experienced it and those of us who have followed them.
ReplyDeleteIt surely did.. let's hope that we never have to face such a thing again. Thank you for your comment.
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