As a trio we stood,
Both reflection and forum
Of common Values.

And though your face
Is but a photograph,
Your clear and constant whistle
But a well-written memory;
Yet with our name,
We acknowledge the link.
And here, on your chosen
American soil continue
From British seed,
To grow a better world.

Yes, as four we stand,
Past and present, looking
To the future Nobility.

04/19/2003

Author's Note: On the occasion of two Hawkes cousins receiving the Silver Beaver Award.

Posted on 04/20/2003
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