NO LONGER HERE
As bullets pierce their human flesh
Wounds too deep to bandage dress,
The last vision seen before they die
Is twilight, darkening their night sky
Some will never know tomorrow
So much pain, too much sorrow
Life cut short, forever gone
As bugles played their last song.
Many nights we walk the floor
Hearts broken, to the very core
Shattered dreams of you and me
Granite headstones are all we see.
No matter if you’re young or old
When taps are played, and flags are fold
Respect the memories of those we lost
Wear a poppy to honour, their final post.
Dedicated to all who served, and their families.
Jacqueline Black - 2024
Wife of Sgt W.P. Black (deceased)
