PAUL’S POEM

I am not a badge of honour, I am not a racist smear, I am not a fashion statement, To be worn but once a year, I am not glorification Of conflict or of war. I am not a paper ornament A token, I am more.

I am a loving memory, Of a father or a son, A permanent reminder Of each and every one.

Im paper or enamel I’m old or shining new, I’m a way of saying thank you, To every one of you.

I am a simple poppy A Reminder to you all, That courage faith and honour, Will stand where heroes fall.