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Spirit Rider

Alone figure stands, 
On sunsets rock.
Summers hot breezes brush,
Against bare skins flesh.
Stalking the ageless path.
Behold histories Indian brave, 
Man, and horse intertwined.
Symbiotic beings joined,
They are one.
The spirit rider gallops, 
Across freedoms trail.
Cautiously, allying arrow unto bow,
Aiming swiftly his shot to kill.
Guardian’s raging bull charges,
Forward.
Protectors sacrifice, blood mingles,
Amongst dust clouds aftermath, 
His majesty lies slain.
Dark brown eyes close, 
Glimpsing blue sky for the,
Last time.
Heavens prairies, welcome destiny's,
Honorable foe,
The hunter kneels beside the giant's,
Stilled heart,
Giving thanks, singing chants rise,
Ascending heights greener, 
Pastures unto a higher plain.
It echoes in valleys deep,
Touching the lands of his,
 Fore fathers.
Tonight beneath flames tribal fires,
Rhythms beating drums, gives praise,
Many shall celebrate, feasting,
 In memories tribute,

  BY: CHERYL ANNA DUNN
Copyright © | Year Posted 2013

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Mcdaid Avatar
October 18, 2014 at 7:21 PM
really love how you paint these pieces cherl
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January 21, 2014 at 10:21 PM
Cherl, I have to make sure I haven't missed any of your poems... Where are you tonight. I'd seen you on line an hour ago.. I hope you are very busy and not ignoring me.... Got to go read more of your poems.. Linda
Davis Avatar
January 2, 2014 at 11:15 PM
Cherl What a wonderful and entertaining tale. You kept the reader interested and in wonderment all the way through. Nice job Don't worry about the boy/girl mix up. No harm done. Thanks for the awesome comment on my January poem
Kendrick Avatar
November 29, 2013 at 12:12 PM
Interesting lines penned..Enjoyed reading today..Congrats on your win..Sara
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November 27, 2013 at 8:45 PM
Hi Cherl, thank you for the follow up on the Dillenger... I'm always looking forward in your visits... Now go out there and read my newest poem... LOL.... Are you posting a new poem tonight.... Hugs.. LINDA
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November 25, 2013 at 9:30 PM
Hello Cheryl, this is one of my faves... . Congratulations on the win... luv~ Linda
Sirak Avatar
November 25, 2013 at 8:04 AM
Congrats on a well deserved win. Beautiful poem with a rhythmic flow.
Mehta Avatar
November 24, 2013 at 10:10 PM
Congratulations on this fine win, Cherl
Hamilton Avatar
November 24, 2013 at 5:19 PM
wonderful Cheryl congrats on win Shadow x smile hug
Adams Avatar
November 24, 2013 at 4:47 PM
a wonderful poem you have penned Cheryl... congrats on your win :)
Maverick Avatar
November 24, 2013 at 4:31 PM
Pleased to see your win here Cheryl, also pleased to read its descriptive content congratulations..Joe..)
Jones Avatar
November 24, 2013 at 3:59 PM
Beautiful....congratulations on your win...
Rain Avatar
November 24, 2013 at 2:17 PM
Excellent poem ! A win deserved , Thank-you for entering my contest , I enjoyed every poem I have read
Duncan Avatar
May 21, 2013 at 4:23 PM
I do love the way you pen your words ;} thank you for reading my Glossy Bloom. I've had no computer for a little more then two weeks ;} I shall have to read more from you. you have a great day Cheryl ;}
Carrillo Avatar
April 23, 2013 at 7:21 AM
Cheri; this is beautiful and very well written. a wonderful tibute. Thanks for sharing and for reading my poem. Lucilla
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April 21, 2013 at 10:54 PM
Cherl, this is a deep impacted tribute... love the aimless image in the middle... an excellent poem... Linda
Tacito Avatar
April 21, 2013 at 10:10 PM
Into the horizons, they ride. This was wonderful to read!
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