Flowers

This poem was originally written in 2014, to mark the centenary of the beginning of the First World War originating in Europe, that lasted from 28 July 1914 to 11 November 1918.

Flowers

Flowers for the fallen, a century of pride,
To reflect the dedication shown by those who fought and died,
Poppies in a cornfield stand in a sad lament,
A permanent enshrinement to those whose lives were spent.

The shilling from the king you took, and ‘Tommy’s’ you became,
Avowed to fight for freedom and to defend your countries name,
And this you did with valour, in defence of what was right,
And you stood strong and steadfast against an enemy of spite.

Flowers for the fallen, sleep easy at your rest,
All heroes of our history, the best of Britain’s best,
A poppy is your memory, your blood it’s petal red,
A century remembers you, – stand easy by your bed

God Bless you all, – by your sacrifice you gave a ‘better day’ for us.
Sleep easy now xx

Mick
(Copyright Michael Westwood 2014)