his eyes

I will never forget the kindness in his eyes

his eyes

kind like Dad's

when I was hurt

the young soldier

presents the flag

Author's Note

Graphic credit: Google images

Publication credit: Ribbons 2013

Reviews

[Glen Yumang Manese]

This reminds me of President Kennedy son's famous picture of him saluting at his funeral... Of course, I was not alive yet when the even happened... and this event I'm sure is a personal nature... onto itself... strong words with a lot of impact...

[Kelly Scheppers]

I've often been told that the brevity of a write speaks of the depth of the writer. I believe it to be so!

Stunning work, Joyce...and wonderful to meet you!

[Rita L. Sev]

This is a powerful piece in so few lines. There is much not said, but what you reveal is heartache. Beautiful.

[Lydia Shutter]

To see your father's eyes when you look the man handing you the flag at your father's funeral....ah, that is a bittersweet moment. The emotion in this is so real. Your Dad was a veteran? There is nothing more moving than receiving that folded flag at a funeral. So much meaning in so few lines, Joyce. You are a gifted writer...never doubt that. Lydi**

[asdarkeyesclose]

'his eyes
kind like Dad's'


kindness is the incredible gift to the world that it cannot possibly do without. this is highly moving and painted in a brush stroke. fantastic.

[ba_mcfarlane]

How can one open a heart in so few words? Your talent answers that, and the reader may be privy to your private reasons why, or so they hope to take that leap. Brilliant stuff. Brilliant.