The Warrior

In duplicity of white death
exiled from clay
I was sinking in black words.

Absence of truth was absolute
in plowed and harrowed thoughts
of inner sleep, 

building my attachment to fear,
exploring the nothingness
of truth.


Satish Verma
Copyright © | Year Posted 2011

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January 22, 2011 at 7:53 AM
we "the Westen World" subject our youngest, most vulnerable young men to the horrors of war, knowing full-well our intentions are profit-based....when will it stop? great write, as usual! Satish! jimbo
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January 21, 2011 at 8:47 AM
The weekend is upon us once again and I hope yours is wonderful and that you might find the inspiration to keep writing your excellent poetry. It was a pleasure to read your poetry this morning Satish. Love, Carol
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