Charmaine Chircop Poet Free verse

I Am Not a Warrior

 I am not a warrior
My skin is pale and soft
I am not the kindest spirit
My words can hurt you to the bone

I am not purest serenity
I am fragile and unwhole
but my eyes own warm expressions
of a giving, caring soul.
A soul so weak and strong
sensitive and true
A conflict , a fine  sentiment
of what's right or wong to do


I am not a warrior
My skin is pale and soft
I am not the kindest spirit
but there's sweetness in my song


Unveiled I came to your arms
No secret in-between
You walked through all my valleys
and  alleys I have been

All I was I have shared with you
Who I'm not and who I am
You touched my heart
You've seen it all
Cloaked with gossamer
and  bare.


I am not a warrior
My skin is pale and soft
I'm not the kindest spirit
my words can hurt you to the bone

But I am who I am
I am human ,I am real
I have loved you 
and embraced you
till lips turned cold and still

Because doubts created darkness
silent teardrops and more fear
Like no warrior but with starlight
All my battles I would win. 


Inspired by the song 'Warrior' By Amber

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Freddie Robinson Jr. December 31, 2016 at 3:27 PM A truly inspired poem, Charma. The essence of a soul revealed by critical self-examination. You went to a place most try to avoid. Painful truths helps a person to grow beyond their limitations. A stunning, and honest poem. Kudos. Happy New Year. Love and best wishes.

Andrea Dietrich December 23, 2016 at 7:32 PM wow, this is quite wonderful and unique, Charma. CAn't believe I ever missed it. I love how you think, lady!!! SEVEN

Paloma P December 8, 2016 at 5:49 AM Your ink wields much strength Charmaine, you are a warrior of a particular type, the best kind, a poetess. :)

Paul Callus December 4, 2016 at 10:14 AM You are a different kind of warrior, Charm...one who fights for what is right and fair. You 'fight' to keep the peace, always ready to help with kind and encouraging words. Your strength is found within! Such a lovely poem...glad it was inspired by a Maltese singer:) Regards // paul

Alexis Y. December 1, 2016 at 6:02 PM Hi Charma, I beg to differ. You are a warrior of a different kind. Your strength comes from the love you have for your fellow man. Excellent write. A without a doubt seven and a fav:-) Alexis

Eileen Manassian November 30, 2016 at 4:02 PM You are the best kind of warrior....a warrior with a heart soft and supple. We need to fight for what we believe in. This is an exceptional piece, my dear. You are so talented. I'm in awe...I mean that...truly! Love and hugs

Judy Ball November 29, 2016 at 9:37 AM Beautifully done Charmaine. Plainly spoken with great emotion. Loved it. God Bless, JB

Kevin Leake November 29, 2016 at 6:19 AM Written like a true warrior Charmaine, Another fine write from you!! Best Wishes Kevin

Arthur Vaso November 28, 2016 at 8:41 PM If you were a painter, this would be your self portrait, beautiful!

Keith Teaser November 28, 2016 at 4:36 PM Love it. it brings colour into a black and white world.. Charmaine Chircop November 28, 2016 at 7:33 PM Thanks keith.Welcome to poetrysoup.

Liam Mcdaid November 28, 2016 at 4:14 PM in your pen flowed the warrior of grace charmaine excellent piece i pray you have a blessed week pal Charmaine Chircop November 28, 2016 at 7:37 PM Thanks for reading Liam.Prayers are always appreciated.: )

Chris Green November 28, 2016 at 2:51 PM Written from a heart that is strong in conviction yet soft in a nurturing way. One who tells it like it is while whispering what can be. There is definitely a conflict in these words but together they create one spirit, one heart and one person who is herself and so much to many other. Beautiful written Charmaine, I could hear this being sung from a balcony overlooking the sea. Charmaine Chircop November 28, 2016 at 7:36 PM Thankyou for reading Chris and for your beautiful comment.

Tim Smith November 28, 2016 at 2:39 PM A very beautiful poem Charma. Soft but strong...I really like the refrain...a fave Charmaine Chircop November 28, 2016 at 7:34 PM Thanks for the fave. Tim. Oh you remember Amber..and the song? : ) Glad you liled it. Tim Smith November 28, 2016 at 2:42 PM I had to go listen...now I remember her from Eurovision