Warrior Song

What remains when life is gone
And arrows lodge against my heart?
Who will sing the warrior's song,
When now your voice is torn apart?

How do I go on from here
In darkness stark and bare?
I look upon my naked fear,
But you're not here to care.

The sun has set, I stand alone
My warrior shield in shreds;
Your horse has run, now free to roam,
And I face nightmare's dread.

How can I live upon this land
Without the hawk's pure cry?
For I am now a conquered man,
No more does courage fly.

What remains when life is lost
And one I loved is gone;
How can God support this cost,
Who hears your warrior's song?
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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Goff Avatar
January 11, 2011 at 8:10 PM
will withstand time....classic! Deb! to mine faves!!! jimbo
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December 17, 2010 at 1:27 AM
Warriors, good and bad will always be remembered, and none better than the Indigenous Warriors, who'll always be my heroes...James :)
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November 29, 2010 at 10:38 AM
We "warriors" are not always as strong as we think. Having someone in our lives to support us through struggles can make a big difference. Keep the faith, Deb, God supports us through everything even when we're not aware of His presence and influence in our lives. You're a very talented writer! A great new addition to the Soup family. Blessings, Carolyn
Brown Avatar
November 29, 2010 at 3:17 AM
I would like to welcome you to PoetrySoup Deb. Wishing you the best in your writing endeavors. You can look to the left side of the main page and find lots of information on PoetrySoup including contests by members of PoetrySoup and contests by the PoetrySoup site also which you as a new member and us oldies also may enter. If you have questions please feel free to ask ANYONE here. We are ALL willing to help and if we don't know the answer we will find someone who does. Love, Carol
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November 29, 2010 at 2:34 AM
wow very strong write here my friend welcome to the soup
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