Cometh the man cometh the hour
condensed all into a little red flower
It represents the blood that flowed
for something hopefully 🙏 we'll never know

It reminds us of our brave personnel 
who first hand witnessed a living hell
‘Operation Dynamo’ on Dunkirk Beach 
So thousands saw home within their reach 

Some wear poppies in different colours
which represents the lives of others
white is for peace whereas animals purple
It's not traditional and some controversial 

Men fought bravely and some sadly died
others felt guilty as to why they survived
nightmares reoccurring of a time spent in hell
never forgetting the bullets and shells

Many a life was just snatched away
so you today could have your say
It's not just Dunkirk it's for all of our wars 
You heroes you martyrs we all applaud

I'll wear my Poppy with respect and pride
and stop and think of all those who died
It's a small price to pay for what you endured
and we'll never forget you.....rest assured 🌺


Kim Hicks November 2023©️