The Avenue of Remembrance

by Stuart Elton / July 1st, 2018

Where dignitaries dig holes for trees
to bury truths and histories,
Once more in rows the order flows
We take our regimental pose.
But leaves above, with peaceful dove
Flags up the home we truly love.

For kings have lied as they divide
The trees true home, the countryside.
And we join in with righteous din
To hide the hate and greed within.

Remember what? We all forgot
The fraud behind the patriot.

Stuart Elton is a retired government scientist, married with two grown sons and two grandsons, author of obscure archaeology and he is trying to make a fantasy novel fit for purpose by re-writing it for the umpteenth time! Read other articles by Stuart.

This article was posted on Sunday, July 1st, 2018 at 8:03am and is filed under Poetry.