Song of a Martyr

O survivors do not grieve

And stay firm

In what you believe

For we may have left you,

Without goodbyes and

Teary partings, true,

But this is not farewell my friend,

 For our journey did not yet end,

We may have passed away

With shattered dreams and broken promises

Pick up the shards, you will fix them someday

Your life lies ahead brilliant and shining

Why make it a prison, harsh and confining?

We may have been brutally slain

We may have been silent,

Maybe crying in pain

But soon when the battle shall undoubtedly cease

You will find, in our silent hearts, eternal peace

For no doubt, at the end of the day

This was our fate

So thank God and pray

And each night when you look up at the moon

Remember we will unite, very, very soon 

Author's Note

This is one of my only completed works. Any thoughts, feelings, emotions or opinions? Yes, no maybe? Review!

Reviews

[gentlekindness]

If you just read the yellow words, it is a beautiful poem in itself.

But this is not farewell my friend,
For our journey did not yet end,
Your life lies ahead brilliant and shining
Why make it a prison, harsh and confining?
But soon when the battle shall undoubtedly cease
You will find, in our silent hearts, eternal peace
And each night when you look up at the moon
Remember we will unite, very, very soon

[Iris]

That it is. I never thought about that, thank you for the appreciating words and for taking the time to reply.

[gentlekindness]

You are welcome. I am glad I could do it.
Annie

[Iris]

Perhaps you could review some other stories of mine if you have the time?

[gentlekindness]

Yes I will try to read some more this week. 💕🌺💙

[kirti]

It's beautifully written and is very uplifting poem

[Iris]

Thank you.

[Echoes of Eros]

I find myself adrift in these beautifully painful words. Those taken away, taken for their beliefs and life, and now we await a sacred reunion with them. Everything you create here moves the soul. xo

[Iris]

Thank you very much.

[Pete]

Very beautifully done. Inspirational & uplifting. If only we could be more thankful.

[Iris]

Thank you so much for reviewing.

[Davidgeo]

I enjoyed. You could of picked uglier colors for the text but, probably not.

[Iris]

Did you not like the colors? I didn't quite understand.

[Davidgeo]

Really? That better be sarcasm.

[Iris]

Happy now?

[Davidgeo]

Does it really matter if I am?

[Iris]

It matters to me. This site is for improvement. What's the point of posting anything on it if not to accept criticism and alter oneself for betterment?

[Davidgeo]

Ugh, what I mean is - taste in color is extremely subjective... I don't expect you to pander to my taste. I was just leaving my opinion as the writing itself was not that noteworthy but I still enjoyed it. It was really just to meet the 25 character limit. Change the color or don't, either way, base it off your own taste not some strange a******s flippant remark on the internet.

[gentlekindness]

I like this poem. It is like 2 poems in one. I have never seen this style before.
Looking forward to reading more writings from you.
Annie💃

[Iris]

Thank you very much for the review. However, I'm interested in knowing, how exactly is it two poems in one?

[Hajar]

I've never lost someone close to me. But your poem just gave me the power to get over it if that ever happens. It also reminded me of people who died supporting good social causes. We should get their work done and make the world a better place. Beautifully written, I can feel every verse.

[Iris]

Thank you Hajar. I'm glad my poem helped you in some way. Yes, we should get their work done, finish what they started.

[Glenda]

Very thought provoking and encouraging. Keep up the good work.

[Iris]

Thank you so much.

[hanir]

I like this piece.
Marvelously written!

[Iris]

Thank you so much for reading.

[hanir]

You're welcome. 😊
An honor to read your piece.

[KMK]

First day on this website
and i must say I am glad I came by this poem
Beautifully written and heart-felted. Very touchy subject, but a farewell never sounded better

[Iris]

Thank you so much for stopping by!