This poem embarks on an emotional journey, and I hope that my words have been respectful to all. For some readers, these verses may bring back painful memories. For others, a greater awareness of war’s images may come about.
Forceful, overnight tears
Halting rhythm to dreams
Shrouded in darkness
Dreading war’s extremes
Night’s stillness collapsing
Watching another scene
Filled with emotion
Fighting war . . . obscene!
Memories burst apart
Reliving fateful night
Cherished love taken
Losing precious knight
Distant battle breathes
Recalling sacrifice
Honored for courage
Paying supreme price
Sorrows of rain salute
Weeping nation holds fast
Gathered now as one
Clutching future’s past
Big Sky Buckeye 
Very stirring
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Kev, thank you for reading. There are moments when my poetic voice steps into something with more emotional darkness. I hope your weekend weather shares more of spring.
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Emotionally truthful
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Vickie, your thoughtful feedback tells me that other readers were able to connect with these verses. Indeed, they are filled with more emotion than most of my usual poetry.
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What a powerful poem!
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Susan, I appreciate you reading this emotion-filled poem. Blessings.
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