Ode to a Soldier

thoughts about soldiers

 Ode to a Soldier The stars come out, pin points of blue promises Your family calls softly... Where are you... Come home... The truth is lost in the quiet curl of smoke That rises in the my late night campfire. For you are long gone, your bones resting Quietly in the voiced memories of your existance. The question that is never is asked- But Why? Why are you dead at twenty three? For what reason? It is true that your are a hero... fought bravely Gave your life for the country and freedom... a good soldier So.. the people who loved you and miss you Hope that you're home now... While for me, the truth is lost in the smoke That tears the face of the night sky.

Reviews

[Coyote Poetry]

A powerful and sad poem. War leave many broken hearts. Your poem is a sad and a kind tribute to a Soldier. Last lines are true. We won't understand the loss.
Coyote