A Silent Cry

Shown memorials of painted faces,
a constant impression
of hardships past.
Lost, win, fought, retreated;
the soldiers lose minds and souls
for the sake of freedom.
Petty disagreements,
hyped fears; what is the point?
No cause is worthy of death and suffering.
A lack of patriotism; averse mind, remain calm.
Hide the sorrow and hate.
Demands of celebration, filled
with forced cheer and bitter eulogies;
people speak, but no one who matters
can listen anymore.
Death cannot solve the problems of the living.