Rememberance day today. We went to the little service in Champion. Elva and I (mostly Elva) recited from memory - In Flanders Fields. She did a really good job.
I played with Selman this afternoon - with his little toy soilders, after watching Pearl Harbor. I came up with a short poem that reminded me of Selman and Lizzy. I can't imagine sending 16 year old Caeleb off to War, like many moms had to do. It is terrifying to think about.
I always remember my Grandpa Selman on this day. He sacrificed alot in world War 2 and his experiences were terrifying and fascinating. He is a good example of facing fear with faith.
Remember little child.
Little boy, no more than 8,
biggest worry, coming to dinner late,
from innocence, playing, toy soilders and
guns,
short years later resigning to fear and fate.
Little Girl, no more than 6,
lost innocence, no dolls, nor laughing at
brothers tricks,
Giggles replaced by terror and tears,
she hugs her brother goodbye at the gate
Little child, remember these girls and boys
who lived through trials, replacing trinkets
and toys,
who said goodbye to their brothers and dads
Innocence sacrificed for Freedom.
Remember to appreciate!
