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Joseph Anderson (3-12-25)
Before We Go
Us veterans of World War 2 are dying
at the rate of 2000 per day. This is in
tribute and rememberance-
Before we go our wish would be
All people in this world set free;
All people here, all people there
Forever breathing freedom's air-
Before we go.
This evil war was not for fame
But, sought to stay the Nazi's claim;
With steadfast England by our side
We stopped their grab and stemmed the tide.
From Pearl to Iwo, steady, slow
We fought our way toward Tokyo
And with those two atomic blasts,
This tragic war would end, at last.
Hope is eternal, fate may bring
Much promise with the Arab spring;
And we can hope and we may pray
Tommorrow is that blessed day.
Before we go, our hope would be
A world that lives in harmony
And free of past and future stains,
A world where love and joy reigns.
Before we go-
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I wish with all my heart that this will come true before we go Joseph. It would be the greatest achievement if mankind could live in harmony. A wonderful poem so eloquently written...
A lovely new one, I see. Thanks for the kind words. Have you read mine -Hand Haying -
Adeline
Dandy of a poem Joseph; my father fought across Europe so this truly touches me. And I fully love and agree with your last stanza, may it be so.
Well, Joe you wrote a most beautiful poem and my hope is that you never go.
A fitting tribute to the brave men and women who gave their lives and health
so that we might live free.
Kind of bitter sweet. We love our veterans. I had no idea so many are leaving us daily.
Your poem, superbly written, reminds me of “The Make a Wish Foundation.” Yours is a selfless, and grand wish, which I hope would be granted abundantly. Such would benefit all humanity, as well as make your heart smile.
You’ve found your calling, served your purpose and paid your dues. Infinite thanks to you. And may you enjoy a good number of years yet on this ole earth. The best of best wishes to you.
Truly wonderful to be able to say from the bottom of my heart, we shall never forget the bravery, the souls that lost their most precious gifts, life liberty and so many sacrifices we could never imagine. This is just so lovely and makes one think of many different scenarios...... (thank You)
A huge thank you from me Sir also, a fantastic tribute to all who took part in World war 2, so well written,
Always remembered.
And before you go Joseph (hopefully not yet though) we all owe you and your comrades a very big thank you for all you did for us and our future. This poem is admirable and superb beyond words. 1000+ if it were possible.