Poetry

Unknown Soldier

Free Verse

Photo by the Author Clarence Chavis — My Dad way back in his days in the Navy, my hero

Unknown Soldier

you are a hero to me

All there was
is
and could be

I bare witness to your guidance
a great foundation you laid
sprinkled with love

As with anyone
you made mistakes

Love doesn’t count mistakes

How a privilege it was
to have a Father like you

Your marriage had its ups and downs
no matter the situation
you stuck around
you could of departed
to find your peace

Peace of mind
piece of the pie
pie in the sky
but you chose family

Your skills as an engineer
were an inspiration

Working and building with your hands
your talent

No college
just your gift, hard work, and determination