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Heroes

He doesn't think of himself as a champion
Told me once he's an anti-hero
but he's a warrior to me because I know 
although he doesn't wear a cape, 
I remember when he placed his trust in me.

He would never admit to being a knight
I've never seen him riding a white horse
but he's a hero to me because I know
although he doesn't wear chain maille and armor,
I remember when he stood in defense of me.

He will never answer to the name, 'paladin'
Not the type to take credit for chivalry
but he's a brave man to me because I know
although he doesn't wear a gun like Jesse James,
I remember the duels he fought for my sake.

He won't ever take credit for being a crutch
His steadfast hand held me up
but he's the shoulder I needed because I know
although he doesn't wear a badge of mercy,
I remember the weeks he spent at my side.

Copyright © Lin Lane | Year Posted 2023

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Susan Lawrence Date: 6/11/2023 7:18:00 AM Beautiful words from your heart dear Lin . How wonderful that you could be the recipient of such friendship and honors . Your hero’s are there to protect you through the tough times . Lucky you ! A gift for sure . Susan :) Login to Reply Lin Lane Date: 6/12/2023 12:19:00 PM Thank you for such gracious comments, Susan. I do appreciate each of my male and female heroes and think of them as a gift. Your thoughts are a delight to read.

Joanna Daniel Date: 6/11/2023 6:53:00 AM Great to hear of such true heroes, Lin:) there are so many unacknowledged and humble ones out there... Login to Reply Lin Lane Date: 6/12/2023 12:18:00 PM Yes, there are, Jo. Thanks very much for your comments.

John Lawless Date: 6/11/2023 5:07:00 AM The world is full of "momentary" heroes who touch our lives as we pass each other often only recognized in retrospect. This is a wonderful acknowledgement of all such. Login to Reply Lin Lane Date: 6/12/2023 12:18:00 PM It's important to show recognition for every good deed and to appreciate them, no matter how tiny they may seem to the hero. Thanks, John.

Mark Koplin Date: 6/10/2023 2:33:00 PM I’m very touched my friend!! You’ve had my back many times and I’ll always have yours, you are my hero! Login to Reply Lin Lane Date: 6/10/2023 6:39:00 PM Aww Mark. Always my friend and hero.

Tania Kitchin Date: 6/10/2023 2:01:00 PM Lin, a wonderful tribute poem to your male supporters and friends, true heroes in your life. Login to Reply Lin Lane Date: 6/10/2023 2:19:00 PM They truly are, Tania, and count yourself as one of my female heroes.

Tom Cunningham Date: 6/10/2023 2:00:00 PM Oh, the penny's dropped Lin. A beautiful tribute to the heroes in your life. Tom Login to Reply Lin Lane Date: 6/10/2023 2:24:00 PM It is my great honor to applaud each of "YOU," Tom. Loyalty of a friendship is a gift to be treasured.

Jim Slaughter Date: 6/10/2023 1:50:00 PM Lucky you, Lin. Everyone should have someone like this in their life. Sadly, too few of us do. Login to Reply Lin Lane Date: 6/10/2023 2:20:00 PM Thank you, Jim. I'm fortunate enough to have four such heroes to honor, and a few lady heroes, as well.

Sotto Poet Date: 6/10/2023 1:00:00 PM Lin, you're a brilliant wordsmith. Congratulations on persevering to produce such breathtaking work despite battling the flu. Wishing you a speedy recovery. Your tribute to these superheroes is a beautiful reminder of our constant need for champions to fight on our behalf. Login to Reply Lin Lane Date: 6/10/2023 1:05:00 PM Thanks ever so much for your comments and health wishes, Lasaad. Such friends should be commended, and the women who support me should also be honored... they all know how much I appreciate their support.

Robert Lindley Date: 6/10/2023 12:33:00 PM A wonderful poem on your hero my friend. You were blessed by God to have had such a true treasure. A knight like that is indeed a true gem. Yours lived up yours the name in spades my friend A definite fav on this jewel my friend God bless. Login to Reply Robert Lindley Date: 6/10/2023 2:19:00 PM OK, I will look for it. God bless. Lin Lane Date: 6/10/2023 1:06:00 PM I'll send soup mail soon. Hugs, dear Robert. Robert Lindley Date: 6/10/2023 1:05:00 PM Yes , a collaboration would be nice my friend. Let me know, ok? Lin Lane Date: 6/10/2023 12:37:00 PM Hi Robert. There are 4 such men I've labeled heroes in my verses. Each a treasure I value. We'll have to catch up soon and maybe write another collaboration someday.

Victor Buhagiar Date: 6/10/2023 12:31:00 PM Those who fight for their country, despite any fear, are the real heroes. Login to Reply Lin Lane Date: 6/10/2023 12:36:00 PM Yes, they are, Victor, but so are those who defend their friends. Thanks for commenting.

Jay Narain Date: 6/10/2023 12:27:00 PM Nice ways to remember a hero ~ 'although he doesn't wear a gun like Jesse James, I remember the duels he fought for my sake.' Login to Reply Lin Lane Date: 6/10/2023 12:35:00 PM Thank you very much, Jay.

David Kavanagh Date: 6/10/2023 12:17:00 PM To quote the Foo Fighters song, (My hero) There goes my hero, Watch him as he goes, There goes my hero, He's ordinary; No superpowers in the real world Lin we’re only mere mortals, but sometimes a stand must be made, when people are being bullied and shoved around, cheers David Login to Reply David Kavanagh Date: 6/10/2023 2:25:00 PM Definitely my favourite Foo Fighters song Tania, it’s so powerful and meaningful, I love listening to it live, Tania Kitchin Date: 6/10/2023 2:01:00 PM David, that is one of my favorite songs. Lin Lane Date: 6/10/2023 12:24:00 PM Written like a humble anti-hero, but I didn't say, "There goes my hero." I said, "Here come my heroes. No ordinary men are they." Cheers to you, David Kavanagh!

Jan Allison Date: 6/10/2023 11:54:00 AM aww in what a lovely tribute to these super heroes, as we have found out we always need someone battling and fighting our corner. Hugs Jan xx Login to Reply Jan Allison Date: 6/10/2023 12:45:00 PM I miss so many wonderful people no longer on soup for various reasons i remember a lovely lady called Kim she was so bullied by someone she just upped and left. i especially miss Carolyn, Connie and Milton, 3 terrific supportive friends and such gifted poets. Lin Lane Date: 6/10/2023 11:57:00 AM They'd never consider themselves heroes, but they are. We've both had champions over the last 8 years, Jan. None of them will ever be forgotten, even the ones no longer here with us. Thanks so much. Hugs.