The Eagle's Watch (Veteran's Day 2013)

11/11/13 | Kartographer

[Kartographer]

My tribute and thanks to those who have heeded the call and especially to those who paid for our freedom by the giving of thier the last full measure of devotion.

"Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends." John 15:13

[Kartographer]

The Eagle’s Watch

In a quiet river valley,
Lies a green and peaceful place,
Where warriors come to rest,
Having honorably met their fates.

No more do they stand the watch
Their worthy service done,
They’ve passed their duties on
To other Fathers' sons.

Yet flying high above them,
On silent wings spread wide,
Soars freedom's embodiment
And a country's sign of pride.

The mighty Eagle watches o'er all
And guards their well-earned rests.
For he like they, knows the feel
Of Freedom in his chest.

And though he does his best to guard
The fallen warriors' sleep.
Still at times he grows so weary
And must rest his wings a-beat.

So slowly he glides his way
To where the fallen rest,
And there he bides his time a bit
Among the honored Vets.

And though he knows no words
Of the valiant warriors' speech,
Still they communicate
In a way that words can't reach.

Having communed with those who lie
Among the rows of stone,
The Eagle takes to flight again
And resumes his post alone.

In endless soaring circles,
He surely makes his rounds,
Guarding the fallen heroes
Who make this hallowed ground.

[Kartographer]

You can read more about Frank Glick’s picture here:

Photo of eagle on Fort Snelling gravestone touches hearts, goes viral

http://www.startribune.com/local/127347018.html

[Whenifhow]

The photo is beautiful! Your poem is awesome! It absolutely captures the photo.

In the article about the photo, it mentioned that a poem had been submitted to the author. Perhaps that was this poem?

What a wonderful tribute to veterans and thanks for posting!

[luvie]

Perfect embodiment of the photo!

[luvie]

Picture of a lifetime!

[Old Sarge]

Well Done.

[Kartographer]

PING!

[Kathy in Alaska]

The Eagles's Watch (Veterans Day 2013)

[ConorMacNessa]

Outstanding, Kartographer! Thanks for the ping, Kathy!

America demands Justice for the Fallen of Benghazi!

Eagles Up! Once more unto the breach, dear friends, once more!

Listen, O isles, unto me; and hearken, ye people, from far; The LORD hath called me from the womb; from the bowels of my mother hath he made mention of my name. (Isaiah 49:1 KJV)

[left that other site]

Beautiful.

Thank You, Kartographer.

[eyedigress]

God Bless Spec OPS and all of the military today. (I get to play this week) :^)

[amom]

Beautiful and moving. Thank you.

[amom]

ping

[E.G.C.]

BTTT