One Battle

I've only won one battle,

in all my years on Earth.  

Just one single victory,

to prove that I have worth. 

I was not a brave combatant, 

always ready and alert.

I was often beaten badly,

with my face down in the dirt.

Seasons changed 4 times a year,

and every year was new.

I never died down in the dirt,

nor gave up on what was true.

Just one kind of demon? 

Is that who with I warred?

Of that, I am not certain,

but I know they met my sword.  

Now, I'm a little older,

but it's not time to rest.

I'll celebrate by fighting on

and giving life my best.