Here I Lie

the wind so cold

and home so far

the light

flickered as i fell

far i have walked

here i will lie

none will know

what i have done

how hard i have fought

how far i have come

snow covers my face

the cold is creeping in

my life leaves with each breath

the snow stained red

i weep for things i will never see

my wife

my son

my daughter to be

a hero

i die alone

Author's Note

I was reading the Poetic Eddas and i tried to capture what it would like for a viking traveling home after a battle. Not sure how well i did though. Any feedback would be greatly appreciated.

Reviews

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. very poignant writing ...
. you did justice ... imho ...