Adolescent six feet under Gave his life in ’42 Shot five times by Swastika battalions— “That’s what I paid for freedom But you’d give it all away.” Father of five beneath A block of cement Gave his life in 1863 Looked behind him At his black brothers— “That’s what I paid for freedom But you’dContinue reading “give it all away”
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March to the Mailbox
A walk to the mailbox A quick 15 steps to the brick building Holding bills and a birthday card The young man opens the door Without a knock Another year has gone by – A journey to the mailbox Joints aren’t working like they used to Tears in his eyes Doctor’s bills in hand FiveContinue reading “March to the Mailbox”
WHAT IF
What if – What if she never woke up What if he never got better What if they never saw the sun set And then- Her eyes were closed His body was covered Their remains were buried But then – Her passing brought understanding His death brought healing Their demise brought hope And so –Continue reading “WHAT IF”
PUZZLE
It’s been Only Ten days. So much has changed. My whole world has been Turned upside down. Every day you aren’t here to Wash my favorite shirt; Make my favorite meal; Play my favorite song; I’ve felt it in my heart. Every day that I wake up to Tears me apart Just a bit more.Continue reading “PUZZLE”
Amanda Michelle Brown 