John Loving Iii Poet Epic

Courage

Yes indeed, the time draws near
when we must volunteer
to risk our lives, face our fears
And use and create
what was given us through the years
That rebellious spirit
our enemies fear
The intestinal fortitude
to stay on the horse when it rears
The bravery to land on the sands
of far away lands
And receive the orders
to go forward with gun in hands
At this time
something inside you
whispers, i am a man
speaks, I am a man.
shouts, I AM A MAN!
I am a man

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Robin L. Gass January 24, 2009 at 9:23 AM This is poewrful, John. A call to arms met with the courage written into this is perfect. I have a niece and a friend in Iraq doing there best with the rest to bring change and order to a place so in need of it. Great piece of writing! Love, Robin

Des Juan Richardson June 13, 2008 at 11:25 AM Great write. Courage is reacting despite fear. This was like reliving my old drill sargeants speeches/rants! Excellent write. ~Des Juan