FALLEN WARRIOR

His battle is over, we now lay him to rest
A fallen warrior who has given his best
His pride and praises we cast upon the wind
That they will forever speak of him as departed friend
Of Lakota blood, a proud and passionate Sioux
A brave and trusting man who's heart was true
We honor his spirit in remembrance his name
And vow to never forget his life was not in vain
Bear

Author's Note

I leave most punctuation to the reader that they can read the poem in their own meter, mood and motility. I thank you for taking the time to read my work.

Reviews

[John Alexander McFadyen]

An aptly written tribute to a Native American whose culture embodies values we fight to maintain in today's world. Flowing and easy to enjoy.

[Bear]

Thank you for the kind review, I shall gladly return the reade and review favor soon :~)

[duff]

What a proud and spiritually sound piece of writing. One of strength and tribute. The way it's written just works with all the pieces fitting nicely. I don't feel sadness from this but I do feel its power. Great work.

[Bear]

Thank you that was the intent, to pass on his spirit to help over look the rest of the clutch (his chosen tribe)

[duff]

You're very welcome Bear. I like it.

[Namyh]

Bear - When the warrior light within me grows faint, I'll remember this and get reignited once again. Thanks Bear. Namyh

[Bear]

I am honored, I shall gladly return the read and review favor soon :~)

[Gee]

Being a rhymer I enjoyed this greatly. Could be applied to those in all walks of life who have waged their own personal battles

[Bear]

Oh I am intrigued I have been rhyming for over 5 decades it is always nice to come across another rhymer, I shall gladly return the read and review favor soon and thank you for the review :~)

[Gee]

My pleasure..

[Mr.Writer]

I really enjoyed reading this poem bear!
It isn't heavy and too much at all and the emphasis on the warrior is still strong!
The rhyming parts enhanced the poem, engaging the readers even more and gave more info on the warrior.
Keep it up :)

[Bear]

Thank you I haven't posted very many of my Native American heritage poems here. Being part Blackfoot Indian I was taught to view Mother Nature with respect, being a part German, French American I have learned to see both sides of things. But my Indian side I treasure the most :~)

[Mr.Writer]

No problem :)
I agree, we all should respect mother nature

[rowan.taylorrr]

this is beautiful, i love the way it's written

[Bear]

Thank you rhyme is my thing, I will gladly return the read and review favor soon :~)

[rowan.taylorrr]

thank you!!!! i would love that