I see him standing there
So very large and tall
My Vietnam veteran
beside the Vietnam wall
A wall so very large
With names placed upon
An astonishing sight to see
Just trying to be strong
I slowly shed a tear
As I gaze upon his face
And for all the heroes there
Placed with dignity and grace
War carried them away
To that faraway land
War returned their names
Only memories left to stand
Being one of the honorable few
His tears are shed inside
For all of his fallen comrades
That fought so hard and died
The scars of war's wounds
He secretly locks away
And together hand and hand
We walk another day
Copyright, 2013 Susie Swanson
Soon to be released in my new Book, "Echoes Of Time". To my husband with love!!
Oh Susie, is this a picture of your husband? My brother-in-law was in Vietnam, and he was one of the only ones with him that returned home. This is certainly a dedicated poem for your husband, and I'm sure he will appreciate it very much.
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~Sheri
Thank you Sheri. Yes it's my husband. I'm so sad to hear that your brother in law's comrades did not return but happy that he did. They keep silent but their hearts will never be the same.So many is living with it today.I thank your brother in law for his service to our country.
DeleteSuch a wonderful tribute, to your husband, and all those who served.
ReplyDeleteThank you Charlotte.
DeleteBeautiful tribute Susie!! The poem is wonderful!
ReplyDeleteThank you Beth.
DeleteWonderful poem, Susie. This is a lovely tribute to your husband and all others who have served their country.
ReplyDeleteThank you Daisy.
DeleteI love it, Susie! So many suffered so much and with so little gratitude for their sacrifices. God bless them every one!
ReplyDeleteThank you. Yes they sure have. It's so sad too.
DeleteSusie, The first time I saw the traveling wall in Kokomo, Indiana. I cried, so many names. Then I saw the wall in Washington D.C. , I felt honored to see it. The fellows who return carry the terrible memories. Bless them all. xoxo,Susie
ReplyDeleteThank you Susie. It brought tears to my eyes as well. Yes it was an honor for me too.
DeleteI've stood before the wall and was completely overwhelmed by all the loss, even though I had no known personal connection to those names listed. I can imagine the amount of emotion having a loved one who served stand before it...hugs to you both!
ReplyDeleteThank you Lise. I was overwhelmed with tears but i kept them inside. I can only imagine what he was thinking and the countless others that were there. Ver emotional. Hugs to you, xo
DeleteThat was such a beautiful tribute to your vet, Susie!!!
ReplyDeleteThank you Paula.
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