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The Sword Of Choice
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Drawing entitled, "Blades" by artist Torsten Gunst of Elwood Galleries.


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To him the sword of choice was passed
Although he was ill prepared
Yet fate had cast its intended lot
He stood confused and scared

Complacency had sapped his strength
Resolve and courage had fled
Yet now he stood with abated breath
His honor was all that he had

There comes a time when conscience demands
Decisive courses of action
There comes a time when life's worth demands
The cost of this dedication

Copyright © 2004 by Gwen Dickerson
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Reviewed by Seth Mullins (Reader)
Reviewed on June 18, 2005
There is much wisdom and courage herein: when we hear clearly the voice of our own heart, then we can weild our sword of truth without sparing ourself or others. A great rallying cry to all the warriors of the spirit!

Reviewed by Fr. Kurt Messick
Reviewed on January 4, 2005
very good

Reviewed on November 6, 2004
(((gwen)))

powerful, heartfelt write--that last stanza *shivers* i salute you, as a veteran, because this one particularly spoke to my heart--thank you.

(((HUGS))) and love, karla. :(

Reviewed by ya mama (Reader)
Reviewed on November 4, 2004
movinf and inspirering poem.

Reviewed by Kate Burnside
Reviewed on November 4, 2004
Way to go, Gwen! Loved the imagery here, and the third stanza is a triumphal finale. Thank you for visiting my pages today - we seem to be largely on the same hymn sheet with the theme of "making right decisions and taking responsibility for plotting our own course". In these days of cultural "go with the flow", we need to shake ourselves awake with the knowledge that we ARE responsible for our own actions! TY for this endorsement. LOL Kate xx

Reviewed by Peter Paton
Reviewed on November 1, 2004
Agree with George below....it is the truth Gwen...
Peter

Reviewed by Mr. Ed
Reviewed on October 31, 2004
A very powerful piece, Gwen. Love your last stanza.

Reviewed by jude forese
Reviewed on October 31, 2004
excellent imagery and motif ...

Reviewed by Tinka Boukes
Reviewed on October 31, 2004
Very powerful write Gwen!!

Love Tinka

Reviewed by Bhuwan Thapaliya
Reviewed on October 30, 2004
Powerful write my friend....superb!!!!

Reviewed by E T Waldron
Reviewed on October 30, 2004
Powerfully drawn Gwen! The art is wonderful too...

Reviewed by Rebekah Rosie Lang
Reviewed on October 30, 2004
Insightful words, Gwen.
Excellent poem!
Love ya!
Becca

Reviewed by Regis Auffray
Reviewed on October 30, 2004
Wise verses, Gwen. Love and peace to you. Regis

Reviewed by - - - - - TRASK
Reviewed on October 30, 2004
But, Only Saint Michael Arc Angel Weilds The Right (Deathl OnE)One,i.e. Dedication To Only Justic In The Eyes Of (God)_

I Love Artwork_Unique N Different!

TRASK

Reviewed by George Carroll
Reviewed on October 30, 2004
Great write and I agree

Reviewed by Zenith Elliott
Reviewed on October 30, 2004
Outstanding work, Gwen! ~Z~

Reviewed by SHERRY HEIM
Reviewed on October 30, 2004
Very nice, Gwen!
Take care,
Sherry

Reviewed on October 30, 2004
good write, gwen! well done!

(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in tx., karen lynn. :D


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