Hearts of oak once pounding beating with joy
Waves of emotions of love sorrow mirth
Kind generosity did once employ
Now lying at rest their sunset the earth
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Powerfully captured the life time splendor and now the silent eternal sleep of the mighty dead! A great sonnet, David! Your sonnets always stand apart!
The glorious dead captured in fourteen powerful lines. Their deeds speak volumes and rays of hope emanate from where they lie. I am happy to see your sonnets again.
A glowing tribute to those who fell for their country, Your sonnet gives them eternal life. Thanks David