The Empty Plate, 20 lines
(continued from above) Additionally, signifying the welcome fellowship, they will receive when they return. Also, the poem mentions, as a memorial, an empty plate is placed in perpetuity, to honor their fallen soldier/loved one. The fourth couplet reads: "Believing in hope against hopelessness, With a tenacious determination, Their abiding love each day did impress, Thus casting off any consternation." We salute and pray for our military, our MIA's, and their family members. Because of their sacrifice, we enjoy our freedoms.
See also our poem: PL2541 "Our MIA Vets, Never To Forget"