Set to the wind

 

The wind is blowing softly tonight

waving a white flag

After the brutal battle of words

Stories left untold

From those that wish to be forgiven

Words that should not have been said

On both sides of the battle

Apologies unheard

Broken arrows

Offered in peace

Thrown back in defiance

Let the silence heal this war

Sorry

Says it all

It takes a strong man

To say these words

And a stronger man

to accept them

A broken arrow

A sign of peace

Two sides to every story

Who needs to take a side

when the arrow is broken?

You cannot win a war

that has been set to the wind

The white flag waving

in hopes of peace

Let it go

And you too shall

Have peace

Set it to the wind

and let it go

Reviews

[Rain]

I am also impressed. Lay the sword down. When a man lays it down , when he feels still under attack, it is a true sign he wants peace. I understand your words, they go beyond pride, and ego , they question character and dignity. You lose both in battles like you speak. I bow to your wisdom. Love Rain..

[Carole]

Wow-I love this. You've hit the nail squarely on the head!

Sorry
Says it all
It takes a strong man
To say these words
And a stronger man
to accept them
A broken arrow
A sign of peace
Two sides to every story
Who needs to take a side
when the arrow is broken?
You cannot win a war
that has been set to the wind
The white flag waving
in hopes of peace
Let it go
And you too shall
Have peace
Set it to the wind
and let it go

Unforgiveness and holding grudges only hurts the person that holds on to it. There are TWO sides to EVERY story and so often we make a decision and stand based on ONE side of it. We can be so easily deceived and dooped and drawn in by the charismatic words of one side, and then the "drama" begins.

Great job Victoria. This piece is not only filled with a wealth of wisdom, you have hammered a hard core truth right here and delineated some near perfect palisades. Hopefully everyone on here will sit up and take notice. Now THIS is some good writing for LIFE!

[Jenny Davis]

This is a very wise piece, Victoria...sometimes it is hard to let it just go...but it is always the best thing to do! Fantastic stuff, my friend :)

[Victoria Lee~]

I am struggling with my own words. I know all is fair in love and war. But is it really? I am working through this.......

[Shelly Wiseberg]

Fantabulous! Broken arrows love those words. Love this poem, truthful, and honest write. Shell

[TAYLOR]

as a native american the broken arrow has deep meanings...in my span on this blue orb..many broken arrows i have seen..may the next arrow pierce my heart..as always i just love your work ....am always moved

[Lydia Shutter]

Both sides lose in any war. Your words are soft and compassionate...not to mention wise. This is a beautifully written poem. Lydia

[EnterUSerName]

Beautiful words, I keep remembering all the times I need to be forgiven, when i feel that someone has wronged me, forgiveness is the key to a peaceful heart for hatred and revenge will always bring your mind into a destructive state. You may find yourself going down a path you cant'; leave.

[Richard McLin]

A very excellent piece. I could not help but be impressed with this piece. Great work, and if anyone questions why you are so popular, send them this piece and they will know. GREAT job.

Richard

[Robert Luna]

I am sorry is to often the hardest thing to say but at the same time the one of the hardest thing to hear and accept. The power of your message here is inspiring. I think you conveyed your message both perfect and effectively. Life is to short to be making enemies. We should be trying to build one another up not tearing each down. How can we survive if we can't concentrate on making each other stronger instead of focus hate and pity pride. Truly Loved this


Great Job!!!!!

[Yvonne Heidt]

This is excellent. I am reading it at a time that I am currently working on making ammends. They way this is written is so touching and "grown-up." Thank you for sharing it.