A Warriors Life

In honor of those who have given their lives

I see a figure in the fading light,

He is crouched upon his knees.

I sense the anguish in his breath.

He is longing to be free.

 

In the darkness I hear him sob,

a tear falling from his eye.

He stagger, falls, and whispers sofly,

"Lord, please let me die."

 

He tells me of his journey.

Struggling with every breath

He tells or story of battles and wars.

And his desire for a worriors death.

 

Many men have lost their life.

At his bloody hands.

He had loved, and hated,  even killed.

And now could hardly stand.

 

He fought for freedom,

without a second thought.

And on this dark and quiet night.

It was this freedom that he sought.

 

Freedom from the pain and guilt.

Freedom from his memory.

Such dark deeds, I could not fathom.

And he did it all for men like me.

 

Such is the story of many hard men.

yet we turn a darkend eye.

We would rather live in ignorance

While warriors beg to die.

 

So in rememberance of all who've paid

the ultimate sacrifice.

In my heart I immortalize,

Every soldiers life.

Reviews

[Hinoto]

what a beautiful poem. Really well done but i recommend going back through it for a few grammer errors. Other than that, two thumbs up!

[Grimesy]

Thank you for your kind words. And yes I do... I get so excited writing the words that I forget to proofread sometimes lol.

[Vidya Bacchus]

this is such a heartfelt poem and so obviously penned by someone who knows what he is talking about.Great job I love your writing

[Grimesy]

Thank you so much! Yes it is a subject very lose to me. I guess as I've gotten older Iv realized the value of peace. Thanks for reading.

[Vidya Bacchus]

no problem .You just keep writing you are soo good at it.

[Kenaz]

The way that we live in our complacency makes me wonder if we deserve freedom. I am thankful to those who fight for me, but also wonder if some things are even worth fighting for. These days it appears that the more we fight the more freedoms we lose. I do not mean to disrespect the soldiers, but one day I hope that we won't need them at all. If only that day should come...

[Grimesy]

I have to agree with you. I am in the army right now. I have had many good experiences but if we could have a world with no need for soldiers or war, the world would be a much better place. But I do have the utmost respect for those who have given any and/or everything. Thanks for reading.

[Sami Khalil]

A splendid read and write...Thank you for penning...:)..................

[Grimesy]

Thank you so much. I have some of your work and you are very talented. Your words are a great encouragement.

[Sami Khalil]

My pleasure , sir...Any time...Thank you kindly...:)................