November 25, 1963
no cake and candles today
tearful boy with snappy salute—
instead a somber parade marks your three years
where is your father
who smiled as you played under his desk
carried you on his shoulders
dreamed of peace in your life
why did that man take your father’s chair
from your home
what is the large box rumbling
atop the caisson
covered by our flag
what is it you salute
why did that man take away
the chance to see your father live out
our dreams
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