...Triumph of The Wounded Warrior... (poem) by Myles V Saulibio on AuthorsDen

...Triumph of The Wounded Warrior...
by Myles V Saulibio → (All Poetry by Myles V Saulibio)
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"...In war, there are no unwounded soldiers..." ---Jose Narosky---

Who is this Wounded Warrior? What is He? Is it everyman in uniform who wants to be? The Man sacrificed, time has brought Called to battle tasks he was sought When playful games of youth's thoughts Taken away, became stark realities in battle light His life up to this point was bright Full of promises, truth, hope, a desire burn Now blasted away in a moment learned Except for his resolve left there In a hospital now, bandaged care Is he really alone, unsmiling, swathe in silent Pain? Fearful, miserable, alone with a permanent stain of a missing limb, or thoughts of unsecured gain In face of adversity they thrive these cohorts of men and women no longer whole...they seek support Just a casual care, here and there a hello, handshake, and a pat-on-the-back so pure Life was almost cut short but for a cure Now, all that is left is the brave wounded warrior to endure Virtuous triumph---he has all the grace Much much more you or I had ever to face In battle, such fidelity Reduced now to daily chores of living, what can be done? His awkward moves, artificial limbs Deserve applause This is the Wounded Warrior of freedom's cause This is he or she That every man, woman, and child is proud to be... Copyright 2010 by Myles Saulibio. All Rights Reserved

Reviewed by La Belle Rouge Poetess Of The Heart

Reviewed on June 21, 2010

Truly powerful and written from the soul.

Reviewed by David Maclellan

Reviewed on June 19, 2010

A powerful message Myles, and a fitting tribute to all of our men and women that risk life and limb on a daily basis, bravo!
Kind regards,
David

Reviewed by Karla Dorman, The StormSpinner

I can so identify with this one, Myles: even though I was injured in peacetime, pain is pain is pain. An excellent tribute to resiliency and the will to survive.

(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.

Reviewed by Amber Moonstone

I agree with Sophia, The spirit of the wounded warrior triumphs, it is that spirit that drives the will to survive and live...I honor all service men and women, it takes a special breed of mankind to serve...A poem worth reading that is for sure!

Peace,love and light,
Amber

Reviewed by Sophia Choudhury

my humble salute to every wounded soldier and the poet of these verses.re-member---the body is wounded and not the Spirit------it dwells in places where others cannot hope to go-----yes---everone would like be in this state of grace---very few attain it!
blessings