An escape of the soldiers kind
Escape of the soldiers kind
Words reach silently from the bloodied soldier
his lips forming thoughts of death
his dreams though left behind at home
just there behind his final breath
He closes his eye’s for just a moment and
gasps as he feels the gods coming round
he want’s so desperately for one last touch
and to listen to her singing voice and sound
He watches as the enemy that he’s so dreaded
makes his way so near
and just before the final thrust of sword
the soldier offers a tear
And the enemy with sword raised finds a
moment of mercy and kneels beside
he finds a moment of pity
and that’s where his wrath shall hide
A soldier dies a warriors death an enemy learns
how to find his heart
And the words choking the mind spring forth
and death performs it’s part
So young soldier find your courage there are none
who wait longer than you to find
the reason for it all and nothing more
an escape of the soldiers kind
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Very nicely phrased and constructed Ed, I really enjoyed the feel and intent of the work. A poignant and emotive verse very much enjoyed my friend. Cheers!
Very well rendered verse, Ed. A warrior’s death which gave the enemy emotions to touch his heart. Well done my friend.
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A different slant on a warriors death, but one which you’ve penned quite well. Thanks for sharing
RJ , Thank you kind sir , Happy holidays !