Centurion
One hundred years ago, he was
Born in a tiny village amongst
The chestnut trees and ancient
Churches in green mountains
And his legacy fountains through
My veins because he remains
Here, alive and well in my heart
And though he now rests up on
Another green hill, I know he will
Always watch over us, just like
San Michele high above Volturara
A sentry through our centuries
JMC
5/21/11
(c) 2011
Livicated to my Grandpa, Edmond Gioielli, who would have been 100 years old today, May 21, 2011.
Saturday, May 21, 2011
Centurion
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I wish I could of know him as you did.
ReplyDeleteHe was a great man. I wish you could have also... but he loved you the same way. First grandchild, cousin!
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