No stillness filled the air,
The Nation didn't pause
Speechless with despair;
No limousine procession
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..........truly this is one of the best poems I read today....the ending makes this poem special....
If my children should weep by my grave I would be well pleased as Joe said the rest is crap. Terrific poem
Children - the ultimate tribute - the rest is crap! Beautifully captured. Thank you. Joe Hughes on Poemhunter and at joehughes.org.uk
Totally awesome write. Those two children are far and away a greater accomplishment then any of the others.
We all think of death I believe, and wonder what our life will have meant to those left behind. I do not believe you know the impact your words have had on the people who have had the gift of your words in their life. This poem is so moving, but ever so sad. Much admiration to you and your gift. xo