London Bridge Has Fallen

My title and subject came from the plan put together in the event Queen Elizabeth died. It’s code name was ‘London Bridge is Down.’

Her steely strength and resilience
stood the test of time.
With grace she spanned the distance
touching your life, touching mine.

Her faith never faltered
through trials and tribulation.
A seventy year long reign met
with laughter and jubilation.

Set upon a firm foundation
however strong and everlasting,
her ‘parapets’ soon gave way
to the utter dismay of the masses.

Now the Queen of Hearts
on wings of angels soars.
Her amazing legacy will live on
in our souls forever more.

Author's Note

Rest In peace dearly beloved queen. Your work is done.

Reviews

[Pete]

a touching tribute. nicely said ... :)

[Dara]

Thank you Pete. She is very sorely missed I am sure. :-( Great to see you here! I hope you have a very happy New Year!

[Bhuyanshi Talukdar]

Your poem is a beautiful tribute to the strength, resilience, and grace of Queen Elizabeth II, and the way that she has touched the lives of so many people around the world. The lines "Her faith never faltered, through trials and tribulation, a seventy year long reign met with laughter and jubilation" are a reminder of the Queen's unwavering commitment to her role as a monarch, and the way that she has inspired so many people with her grace and dignity. The lines "Set upon a firm foundation, however strong and everlasting, her 'parapets' soon gave way to the utter dismay of the masses" are a poignant reminder of the challenges that the Queen has faced over the years, and the way that she has always risen above them with courage and determination. Overall, I think your poem is a moving tribute to the Queen's remarkable legacy, and a testament to the enduring power of her spirit and example.

[Dara]

My generation never knew a time when the Queen was not on the throne. It feels so different without her, an empty space that no one can fill, really.

[Coyote Poetry]

I adore the Queen also. Was a soldier and so brave.
"Now the Queen of Hearts
on wings of angels soars.
Her amazing legacy will live on
in our souls forever more."
The above lines the great Queen and lady. Thank you Dara for sharing the outstanding poetry.
Coyote

[Dara]

Dear Coyote, I am afraid I missed your wonderful review until just now. Thank you so much for kind words. As always it is a real pleasure to see you here!

[Chris Shaw]

A fine tribute Dará to an amazing woman who dedicated herself to duty. Seventy years and now gone. Respected and admired world over. What a legacy she has left and what a hard act to follow. Yes, nay she RIP, duty done.

Chris

[Dara]

Hello Chris! I am afraid the royal family will have a very difficult time filling her shoes but life must go on. Great to see you again. :-)

[Chris Shaw]

You are so right Dara. She leaves a void, for sure. Good to see you too.

Chris

[The_Ancient_Rock]

Wow...

That was very good...

Enjoyed every line...

"Now the Queen of Hearts
on wings of angels soars.
Her amazing legacy will live on
in our souls forever more. "

So truthful... and... real.

;)

[Dara]

Once again, many thanks for your very kind review. I look forward to reading your work as well. Take care!

[The_Ancient_Rock]

Thank you.

I hope you enjoy it.

Bessed be!!!

;)

[Betty Hermelee]

a lovely tribute to the Queen who recently passed on. Her reign was so long that the masses felt her soft touch as they grew up....she was a comfort to many... and her strength proved her well over a long period.
And, at the end she was still graceful and passed away peacefully
Nice write!
Best,B

[Dara]

Thank you Betty. Her loss seems to be felt worldwide. Our generation grew up with her as well. Sadly the world feels like a different place without her.

[Betty Hermelee]

She had a long life and rein... an then suddenly she's
gone...it will take time to heal.
read moreShe had a long life and rein... an then suddenly she's
gone...it will take time to heal.
Best, B

[Robert Haigh]

She was indeed a remarkable woman! Even a non-royalist like me admired her! R.I.P. Elizabeth II.

[Dara]

It will a long road ahead for King Charles. One wonders how the monarchy will fare given all the changes. To me, Elizabeth will always be the Queen of England. Thank you for your thoughts. Take care!

[W. Barrett Munn]

Lovely poem for a beloved queen. Well done.
Winston

[Dara]

Thank you. I found the words didn’t come easily as some but the desire to write still overwhelmed me. She will be so dearly missed!

[W. Barrett Munn]

Often, the ones you struggle with are your best.

[Dara]

That’s true. I find I have to try not to over think or start making too many changes. Sometimes the first draft is the best. Sometimes, lol.

[Lydia Shutter]

It is truly amazing to think that one monarch reigned for 70 years! Charles has big shoes to fill for sure. Everyone considered Elizabeth "their queen"...even here in the USA. There will never be another like her. This is a lovely tribute. Lydi**

[Dara]

Thank you Lydi. I feel the same way. She seemed to be much more than Great Britain’s queen. The monarchy never be the same. I can only imagine what is going through Williams mind given Charles is inching towards being an octogenarian himself. Thankfully he is already much older than Elizabeth was when she had to take over.
It’s great to see you!