Reflection
Slicing arrows pass in mid air from both sides!
The buffalo stampede! while the Raccoon hides.
Combatants fall; like the leaves of the sycamore,
Death cheers on the soul taking; ravaging war!
Deer scatter in the woods to avoid coming debt!
Never witnessing mothers or children that wept!
The sky turns very pale, while the clouds bleed red,
Reflecting the horror, of the multitudes dead!
The Groundhog peeks out of his burrow at the scene,
Lifeless war desolation, left quietly serene.
The Hawk surveys the awful pillage and plunder!
While the mighty hibernating Grizzly; doth slumber.
Drifts of snow; bury undulating landscapes,
The stalwart mountains look on, clothed in capes
Sun shimmering reflection on what could have been!
While the moose battle; for a selfish chance to win.
The river moves on; teaching perseverance and love,
Bringing life's cold fluid to the coyote and dove.
The night; hiding the carnage; of woeful mistakes!
Those that steal lives; and the dreaded one that takes!
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Dedicated to my dog Shiloh, whom just passed away today. sleep on!
Gosh, I`m so sorry Jim! I know how hard that can be... Wishing you calm... May she rest in peace. Your friend, Max
thank you my friend!
I never liked and pinned!! Sorry, Jim! Fixed now
i am so sorry Jim
i will say prayer
for you
thank you Greg! much appreciated!
Jim I am so sorry to hear about your dog Shiloh. This is a wonderful dedication. Your skill for describing nature is just sensational. I felt apart of the wildlife for a moment. Even though there was the undercurrent reminder of war and its chilling repercussions. You painted nature perfectly. Thanks for sharing and much love to you 🌷❤️
Gwen x
thank you so much Gwen! I always wanted to paint! I guess words are my better expression than canvass. so glad you read my poem!
Wow JIM!!.....at one point I could actually hear/feel the silence of the snow as it covered the carnage and the groundhog peered silently.......Beautifully chosen words......ALL STARS & PINNED!!....of course......your pen grows mightier dear poet brother!!.......LOVE & ROCKETS!!.......T xo : )
thank you Tony! if only like yours, then could slay corruption!
Awww🌹💙🌹
thank you Jill my friend!
Jim, I am so sorry to hear of your dog's passing. It is always hard losing a beloved dog. My heartfelt condolences to you. R.I.P Shiloh ❤
The poem is well written. The opening line really draws the reader in. War is a terrible, terrible thing. Wonderful writing x
thank you Tina!
thank you Maggie!
Aw Jim...I am so so sorry about your dog...they are family and so very often they really are our best friends...great write my friend 💕
thank you bunches Marion!