Ronnie McGinn's Poetry Page

In some circles inspiration is an unfashionable word, and the idea that poetry is inspired is often frowned on by scientific critics, because it is something they cannot explain.

The word 'inspiration' was once in common use, but in modern times has suffered devaluation.

But there should be no need to apologize for using it, nor is there any reason to try to find another word to replace it.

Likewise to recognize its existence, it is not necessary to be able to deny it.

Some poets have claimed to write without it, but all true poets know what is meant by it and when it is present or absent in their work.

Our poem this week comes from Ed Broderick of Rockaway, NY.

Ed was inspired to write this poem when he thought about the sacrifices families have made in devotion to their country.

Brothers All

The boys from Boston are together again
Free of life's stress and pain
For all eternity to be with others
In heaven with many sets of brothers

The Sullivans of World War II
And scores more who to duty were true
Dozens of innocents when the towers fell
That day we had a taste of hell

Yes heaven is a place on high
To get to one must die
For God and Country is noble
Love of your brother is global

The lads from Boston leave a call
To Love Your Brothers All

© Ed Broderick