Remember…

                           

Memorial Day

 

We walked among the crosses

Where our fallen soldiers lay.

And listened to the bugle

As TAPS began to play.

 

The chaplain led a prayer

We stood with heads bowed low.

And I thought of comrades

I had known so long ago.

 

They came from every city

Across this fertile land.

That we might live in freedom,

They lie here ‘neath the sand.

 

I felt a little guilty

My sacrifice was small.

I only lost a little time

But these men lost their all.

 

Now the services are over

For this Memorial Day.

To the names upon these crosses

I just want to say

 

Thanks for what you’ve given

No one could ask for more.

May you rest with God in Heaven

From now through evermore.

                                                         -C W Johnson

 

                           

 

Enjoy your Memorial Day, and as you gather with friends for a barbeque and camaraderie, take a moment to remember the men and women through out history, who have given everything they had to give in service to our country. 

For all our military personnel, I wish to say “Thank You” for your service and hard work. You are appreciated!