Real Heroes Poem by Fred Dickson

Real Heroes

Here's to those very special folk that are vital to the human race
The people who are dedicated to make our world a better place
I can think of lots of folk who deserve our recognition
They do not seek reward or praise it's not in their disposition
Not for them the limelight or mass public adoration
Saving lives or doing good is their only motivation

Who are these modest folk that deserve a word or two of thanks
I will tell you firstly who it's not that's the chairmen of all the banks
Nor big headed footballers whose egos are ablaze
Nor are Oscar winning hyped up stars really worthy of our praise
The folk that I refer to seek neither glory nor acclaim
Unlike jumped up super stars they do not hunger fame

The surgeon who saves many lives deserves our admiration
No cheering crowds will pay to watch his skills and dedication
The nurses that tirelessly tend the sick, the aged and the dying
They too deserve our heartfelt thanks of that there's no denying
You'll have noticed that MP's so far have never got a mention
Why anyone would praise these rogues is beyond my apprehension

Let's not forget what the fire fighters and paramedics contribute
They too are skilled in saving lives of that we can't refute
Teachers have a torrid time with constant criticism in school audits
But it cannot be an easy job so they too deserve some plaudits
No mention of those film stars who get Oscars twice a year
It's not those sorts of prima donnas that we should stand and cheer

The brave soldiers who defend our land are heroes every one
Death haunts their every moment from bomb or mine or gun
The school crossing squad are also worthy of a commendation
Come rain or hail they never fail their to meet their obligation
I haven't mentioned rock stars, TV hosts, or other people just like these
These sort of people don't deserve our thanks they all flatter to deceive

There's many more that I could mention but I think you've got my gist
I will right now apologise for worthies I have missed
The message that these words are trying to convey
Is that those unsung heroes who work wonders every day
Who for their skills and bravery and their steadfast dedication
Deserve our thanks and well earned praise the real heroes of our nation

Freddy Dickson