The poppy is not a badge of honour, nor a racist smear.
It's not a fashion statement, to be worn but once a year.
It's not glorification of conflict nor of war.
It's not a paper ornament - the poppy is much more.
It's a loving memory of a father or a son.
A permanent reminder of each and every one.
Made of paper or enamel, old or shiny new.
It's a a way of saying thank you to those who died for you.
The poppy stands as a reminder to you all.
That courage, faith and honour will stand where heroes fall.
