Forever Aint Never That Far Away

from the war poem collection

Forever Aint Never That Far Away

 

Prior to going over the top, this is what our

sergeant major said, just before the

old sod copped one ..

 

Chin up, chest out, and shoulders back son

put your best foot forward and walk

don’t run, good men ..

 

Just remember, that here, now and forever are

not far away, so just do the best

that you can ..

 

Reviews

[Robert Haigh]

I had an uncle who fought in both WW1 and WW2. He lied about his age to join up in WW1 (he was just 15) and he served as a Warrant Officer in WW2, becoming a Japanese prisoner of war when Singapore fell. He survived the trials of war. Many didn't. This poem made me think of him. Certainly a poignant write, my friend!

[Neville]

it seems we have more than just poetry in common Rob .. one of our uncles died in Changi Prison in Singapore which we visited a few years back ..... Oh' and thanks for stopping by and leaving your mark my friend .............. Neville

[Ranger Kessel]

Thanks for sharing thus but of history. And a sound advice. I enjoyed this.

[Neville]

it is I that should be thanking you Ranger .. and I sincerely do .. checking in is one thing, but trawling back over my scribbles is another .. so thank you and bigly ... Neville

[Ranger Kessel]

Your welcome

[Neville]

then I'm gonna thank you again .. thank you again :)

[Temperance]

Just remember, that here, now and forever are not far away…. This line puts things in perspective for those who were there when it was said. How poignant! Relating a reality picked from one’s past and sharing isn’t always easy to do especially, if it’s from a war experience. Thank YOU for sharing this.

[Neville]

thank you Temperance for your lovely review .. I truly appreciate your visit ....... Neville :)

[Patricia Wedel]

Wise words that embrace the Morning Sun..
Be still and listen to the Wind, my friend.
Enjoy the pleasures of the Day. tenderly, Pat

[Neville]

how bloomin kind ......... now I am gonna go do as I'm told .. but gently :)

[Lisasview]

Yes, just do the best you can... I really like that line.
I just reread this to my husband and while reading it I started to cry and my husband said he got chills (he was in the marines)
This is such a wonderful ~ powerful poem...
and, good morning to you..
Lisa, just before taking my piano lesson at 8am here in Spain

[Neville]

thank you most kindly and true Lisa .. Neville trying to complete the speech for his daughters wedding before setting off for work @ 08.18 a.m :)

[lightsong]

I READ A WEDDING IN MY NEWSFEED!!! YUPIIIIIIIIII!!! CONGRATULATION✨❤️✨ NEVILLE'S DAUGHTER~ MAY YOU LIVE LONG WITH LOVE AND HAPPINESS 💕

[lightsong]

Very strong, very moving Neville. I felt its power. as it is enthusiastic, as it is unfortunate.What are the benefits of wars? What a soldier have, but here, now and forever? if he wandered beyond these... he will surely lose, maybe not the battle but his mind. your last verse is outstanding. filled with life, as it is filled with death too.

[Neville]

for the very life of me .. I can not think why I posted this today .. but your visit made me glad I did .. thank you dear lightsong ......... Neville :)

[lightsong]

anytime Mr. Neville~ and may You always be Glad :>

[Neville]

now that would be a fine thing ........... :)