Soldier's Requiem

And so it begins - that some things
last forever
This spirit endure - the courage that
failed them never
So let valor erase - the lies that sought
To deceive them.
And so for now - I see it very clearly
A soldier in time - knows just what
He holds dearly
And so it became - that time was not
On their side.
And yet it remains - until we breathe
Our last breath.
Like tears in rain - there is no shame
In your death.