Edward Ibeh Poet Dizain

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The Tip of the Spear

Treacherous, life at the tip of the spear.
       Intrepid soldiers on the battlefield
 exchanging fierce friendly-fire without fear.
 They'd rather sacrifice their lives than yield.
They're willing to use themselves as a shield
  when in harm's way at the very front lines.
    Courageous, no soldier on the sidelines.
    This is a war they're determined to win
    Battle-scared, it's easy to see the signs
     but they fight on, taking it on the chin.



Delightful Dizains Poetry Contest 
Sponsored by Beth Evans 
Date written: 04/10/2020

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STRAND PICK 11,any theme,any form contest (Winner: Honorable Mention)
Sponsored by Brian Strand
Date: 04/11/2020

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Janice Canerdy April 14, 2020 at 8:40 PM Vividly descriptive and moving piece, Edward! Janice Edward Ibeh April 15, 2020 at 5:42 AM Thank you so much, Janice:-)

Mark Koplin April 11, 2020 at 4:22 PM Don't sell yourself short, you served and sacrificed that makes you a hero in my book. Great poem!! Edward Ibeh April 11, 2020 at 5:20 PM Thank you so much, Mark:-) God bless.

Eve Roper April 10, 2020 at 11:26 PM Edward, as a soldier I see you've placed yourself in this poem. I do like and enjoyed reading. Good luck in Beth's contest. Have a beautiful Easter Sunday. Edward Ibeh April 11, 2020 at 5:22 PM I remember you honoring your extraordinary husband on FB. So sorry for your loss, Eve. His memory is truly a blessing! Eve Roper April 11, 2020 at 9:00 AM Edward, you spent your time in the service, just like my husband. My husband spent 20 years in the Navy also. He was a chief engiman. Edward Ibeh April 11, 2020 at 7:06 AM I'm not that heroic, Eve:-) I wish I were a soldier, lol. I served in the Navy so I never saw war. I'm glad you loved this poem. Have a beautiful Easter Sunday, too, my friend!