On the Front

Shuddering sounds echoed over the battle front Smoke rose from the cannon’s barrage of fire Distal vision blunted from the bursting bombs Cries of pain drowned out from the wounded brave. Photos of loved ones pulled out to view and hope Weaken arms beckoning for rescue Relentless efforts taken scrimmaging to a safe haven Visions of the survival emerge in the silhouette dusk. Wooden ammo crates brought to the front line The wounded carried back by stretcher bearers Water ladles dunked in pots to quench the parched Trenches laden with shells and bloodstained garments. Facing perils of war, the chosen brave remain in battle Fighting to protect their loves ones on the home front Waging in conflict generates a heavy toll Weighted by the loss of life and healing of those left behind