Heroes

Heroes

                       

By John W. Vander Velden

In a world that so quickly determines many values, we find ourselves swept along.  The media proclaims the greats, the heroes. 

Simply nodding we imply agreement.  

After all what bravery do we show?  Surly we are insignificant when compared to the famous, the grand.  For quietly we do our jobs, raise our children, pay our taxes, as we muddle our ordinary lives, invisible. 

Though the world seems confident, who is to say what makes a hero?  

What is the measure?    

Too easily overlooked the daily challenges, the villains that seek to undo us.  For how often does fate attempt to unravel, to drag us and those we love downward?  How often without thought, relying upon strength unknown, have we faced giants straight on?  

So we continue moving forward each day, carrying burdens unnoticed by others, facing challenges often alone.  Standing firm in what is truth, a task not easy.  Quietly caring, transparent our actions seem. Fanfare unnecessary while we as ordinary people accomplish the thousands of slight things…a sum never counted.  

The results often amazing, scarcely acknowledged. For heroes stand all around us unnoticed…bravely facing each day’s unknown!

(191 Words)