The King Will Come

The King will come again, my lord
From his crusade, far across the sea
Where he fights for justice and the freedom of men
In that sometime world, where blood and sand are blowin’ free

Until then, my lord, you must protect his land
This kingdom, plush with leaf and stream
From those who dare invade and conquer
To usurp his rule, of England’s pastures green

For you, are his trusted, warrior bold
To no other man would this task he impart
He knows, you’d defend his realm at all cost
For you still fight with courage, strength and heart

Time was, your swords, would fight side by side
But the aging of man, means your war days are done
This quest the King needs the might of younger men
Though whilst you protect England, you still fight as one

When all the fighting is over, and the war is finally won
The King will come again, my lord
To sit once more upon England’s throne
Then your time will come, to throw down the sword.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2015

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Pettit Avatar
March 4, 2021 at 6:03 PM
This one deserved to win. It is beautifully written.
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October 20, 2015 at 2:01 PM
Did I smile when I seen your name on the Winners list, like a Chesshire Cat may I add. It was fantastic to see Janette. Like I commented on your comment, stick around. Many congratulations, hugs//James xx
Fisher Avatar
October 31, 2015 at 10:15 AM
Cheers James. Appreciated the place on your winners list. It was a real boost considering it was the first poem I'd written for a while. Love and hugs xxx
Reams Avatar
October 17, 2015 at 9:04 PM
Fantastic write Janette! Congrats on your win!
Fisher Avatar
October 31, 2015 at 10:16 AM
Thank you Tammy - your comment is greatly appreciated :-)
Kendrick Avatar
October 15, 2015 at 5:18 PM
Your “The King Will Come” is excellent!! ((())) Congrats!! Sara
Fisher Avatar
October 31, 2015 at 10:16 AM
Thank you for your kind words Sara - they are truly appreciated x
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October 15, 2015 at 2:30 AM
Wonderful poetic version of lovely album Janette! Congrats on big win!
Fisher Avatar
October 31, 2015 at 10:17 AM
Thank you Upma - that's really appreciated x
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October 14, 2015 at 10:32 PM
Janette, Congrats -SKAT-
Fisher Avatar
October 31, 2015 at 10:18 AM
Thanks for the congrats SKAT - really appreciate it x
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