The Warrior

'You have so many scars And you have a distinct limp, Have you just gone home from war? ' Asked the fellow with a wink. 'Yes I've been through many battles Lost a few but still survived Bullets ran out in those hurdles By sheer grace I am alive! ' The warrior stammered words Shaking hands exposed the past His eyes showed what he suffered And his smile forced, did not last. 'Comrades left me in the field When the fighting had gone fierce But my resolve would not yield I fought through blood, sweat and tears.' A gentle voice that's firm and brave Said 'This is our Human Strife For true living is what I gave Through the endless battles of Life.' Copyright~~~Cynthia Buhain-Baello~~~05.04.13 'Blood, sweat, and tears' is a cliche - but it is life's reality.