L Milton Hankins Poet Ode

Ode To Courage

I
Courage, O, you most prized of virtues,
Bravely facing adversity, bitter impudence,
Betraying the lie when punishment comes
Displaying the will to rise above your peers
And face losing cherished family and friends.

II
Courage, O, you most prized of virtues,
In battle, among the most valiant of men,
Looking death in the eye without flinching
Sometimes losing your life or your limb
Modestly receiving rewards and accolades.
 
III
Courage, O, you most prized of virtues,
Standing for what is right and good
When all about you have folded in defeat
To have the courage of your convictions
To stand tall and be a spokesman for truth.

written June 25, 2021

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Caren Krutsinger June 26, 2021 at 9:33 PM I am truly impressed at this ODE. I have never attempted one. This entices me forward, eager to try something new, but possibly not the ode. It seems difficult. L Milton Hankins June 26, 2021 at 10:09 PM Actually, it was really wasn't. You certainly could do an Ode, Caren. Give it a try!

Tom Cunningham June 25, 2021 at 10:16 AM Beautiful ode to that virtue that is courage that we often hear about. Tom L Milton Hankins June 25, 2021 at 10:43 AM Thanks, Tom...and, I might add, too often neglected.