~  Laurel Of Honor ~

If I could weave my words
In a laurel for each feat
And for every act of courage
I could place a gilded leaf…

If for every silent offering
You gave in sacrifice,
A wreath of honor could be made--
It never would suffice…

It could never match the gift
You gave with strength and grace,
Or the depth of your commitment
For the freedom we embrace.

If I could weave these words
In an honored, golden wreath,
I’d add each leaf in reverence
And lay it at your feet…

Sharon Frye © 2008