THE WALL OF FACES

Do not stand at my grave and weep
I am not there. I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry;
I am not there. I did not die.

On the remembrance of your 73rd birthday, your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Semper Fi, Doc.

Petty Officer Third Class Michael Joseph Caprio, Served with the Headquarters and Service Company, 2nd Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, Third Marine Amphibious Force.

I helped a Marine get service connected for PTSD. He couldnt remember your name. He called you Cappy Doc Cappy! From NY, not the city. I spoke your name to him. He wept. Yes. Thank You Doc, your self sacrifice is still helping your marines.

Thank you Doc Caprio for your courage and for your devotion to your Marines.