Ron VanHooser Poet Rhyme

Should Darkness Stain

Should darkness stain the shields of my defense
where refuge sought holds little glare or shine,
depression takes its toll at great expense
that sadly taints this fragile soul of mine.

The fortress walls grow weak amidst the storm,
should darkness stain the shields of my defense.
The siege consumes me whole might I conform.
Such penalties fall savagely immense.

Surrender could abandon this suspense,
to open wide the gates that welcome woe.
Should darkness stains the shields of my defense,
so common are the scars I've come to know.

Armed only with the strength of battles lost,
survival rears its head as wars commence.
I choose to hold my throne at any cost,
should darkness stain the shields of my defense.

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Mystic Rose Rose October 20, 2025 at 4:35 PM Very statuesque and beautiful, congrats on your win dear poet :)

William Kelii Kekaula October 20, 2025 at 5:31 AM Whether dark stain is a good choice depends on your priorities: it's excellent for hiding imperfections, adding a dramatic and timeless look. Nevertheless, be prepared for them to show some wear and tear more easily, requiring more frequent staining, and they can be more difficult to apply evenly on life, for it's not as certain as birch or pine, with my compliments.