Silent Warrior
The silent warrior
Resonates with compassion.
A warm, gentle smile
Passes over your lips.
Your enigmatic nature
Radiates with contemplation.
You constantly shift
As our projections came out.
Even in your absence
A presence remained.
Yet, we cried when you left,
Anger, confusion, and pain.
Your strength we will miss,
And your subtle wit.
Your beautiful smile,
And your gentleness.
May your journey
Be filled with success.
May you not wander far,
As we will always be here.
Go in peace my brave soldier.
Your hardships aren’t in vain.
The river will soon be calm,
And you will be home again.
December 14, 2006, for a MACP classmate (B.D.)
