My Heart Has Wept

My heart has wept
Words wont ever do
The cost of freedom
What it meant to lose you

Value is placed
On pictures and songs
Stocks and savings
Other things fine

The baby’s foot
Felt in the womb
Purity and trust
Leading to a tomb

Life’s so short
Journey’s so hard
All I want is to breathe again

Bravery and courage
The warrior’s way
Never giving up
Night or day

Life is the treasure
Twinkling eyes
A hand to hold
It never gets old
I miss you so…

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For 43 years, Dennis and Diana Nickell shared their lives, passion, and hearts. Dennis, a Vietnam Combat Veteran who dealt daily with the aftermath of his 14 months in-country, spent his later years reaching out to Veterans, their loved ones and tried to help share why you should never give up. Sept, 12th, 2021 Dennis joined his brothers in arms in heaven, who never had the chance to have the life he fought for daily, and his wife Diana still carries on the mission of educating, enlightening, and encouraging those who have paid such a heavy price for freedom. 

Dedicated to ALL, first responders, and heroes, Diana has found peace in the wealth of her family and her faith. The YouTube series Surviving Vietnam can be accessed freely at https://www.survivevietnam.com/

“Quiet Place” first appeared in Breaking Chains, written by Dennis Nickell.

All rights are reserved, for created content shared about their amazing journey, including original poetry by Diana. Feel free to contact Diana at dnickell1955@gmail.com with any questions or concerns.

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