River Mckenna Poet Rhyme

The Simple Man

He walked a mile,
and came back empty-handed,
but in his heart was freedom, 
for he was never branded.

He lost battles,
and put the many to rest,
but in his heart was justice
for he fought amongst the best.

He bravely sailed,
amongst the waves was beaten,
but in his heart was meekness,
for he was never taken.

He reigned thus high,
and was always needing more,
but in his heart contentment,
for he walked aside the poor. 

He ran the race,
with a torch, he felt the burn,
but within his heart is love,
for he really lived his turn.

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Debbie Guzzi April 28, 2009 at 4:53 PM A good man! Light & Love

Carolyn Devonshire April 27, 2009 at 11:08 PM You really know how to capture your brother's spirit, just as you did with Anthony Ray. I like your creative style. I got the message you left on my work. Poetry Soup provides a good networking tool for writers who want to share their work. I like the poems you posted tonight and will be on the lookout for others. Best wishes, Carolyn