Memorial Day, whenever celebrated, whatever called, is a day we should welcome, lest we forget those who fought and died for the freedoms we enjoy. Here’s something I wrote for a previous Memorial Day.
Above us
“In Flanders field the poppies blow…”
And grow, too
(as well they should
given our bones and flesh and blood
gone to fertilizer)
gone to grow
not peace
but yet more war
another layer of human fertilizer
above us
When will they ever learn?
No doubt
never
“Man” being what he is
But there are things worth fighting for
and so we gave our all
(and cheered those left behind
to live and grow
above us)
This, that and the other thing 
we will remember all who came to fight for our freedom…
I like all the memorials in France for those who died in WWI and II. They’re good reminders.
janet
And we will in little but sincere ceremonies in my home town and all across New England.
Sounds wonderful, Holly.
janet
And we will never forget-at least as long as folks are willing to come out and stand in the rain to gather together in remembrance, prayer, and dedication. Ours is a good community. I’m proud to be a part of it.
Wonderful poem, janet! ❤
Thanks very much, Marian.