A Little Red Poppy

In my family there are many who have served their country with pride. It has always been an honor to wear a poppy every Remembrance Day--to show respect and appreciation to all our soldier...past, present and future. When I moved to Texas my poppy got lost I have been unable to find one here.

There was a little red poppy
That I wore with pride
It helped me remember
Those who fought--and died
Who sacrificed their freedom
So I would not lose mine
That little red poppy
Worn to remember that time

I miss the little red poppy
I wore on my coat
Placed there each November
With pride--there was no doubt
I wore it to honor
Those who fought for you and me
And for those who died
To keep our land free

A little red poppy--
Such a small thing
But worn with the reverence
As my special wedding ring
For it is an honor to know
There are heroes who believe
Their sacrifices were worth
Freedom for you and me

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