A Desert Soldier

In a dry place on a hot day
Each step carefully made
From his task, he does not stray
A vigilant soldier makes his way

Deliberately moving onward
While morning turns to mid-day
A scorching sun, a cloudless sky 
Gives no shadow, hell’s heat is amplified

Thirst, dehydration, exhaustion 
Accompany him - tenacity fuels him
Defying sun, heat, and wind, continuing still 
A desert soldier makes his way
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016

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