One Memory

By Aileen McPherson

It’s hard to choose one memory, out

So many, so few, which one, past

Loves, loss, children playing, tempers

Fanning campfires, holidays crossed

Boundaries, found blessings, learning

Memories categorized, bring

Peaceful retrospection, lessons

Recognize old drills, no longer

Terrorizing a mindful will, power

Courage to me, strength to you, Hope

Change our future, WE

Bring unity, Represent

Serenity defines the calm

Knowledgeable mind, choose

Your words have Power, making

New memories, Changing History.