I Will Fight No More Forever

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Gentle Spirit
Member Patricius

since 2000-10-09

Posts 13989

0 posted 2002-02-19 02:11 PM

"I will fight no more forever"
the wise Indian Chief had said
wails from a mourning village
they are weeping for their dead.

Smoke rises from the ashes
in dawn of early morn
a nation broken hearted
their spirits being torn.

Somewhere in the distance
war drums fill the air
wreaking havoc through their land
hope now turning to despair.

See the buffalo rising
hear the white wolf cry
listen to white mans thunder
echoes in the evening sky.

The spirits of yesterday walk
listen closely to their tale
the legends are not forgotten
and their heritage will prevail.

If you listen closely
in the quiet of remember
you can hear his words
"I will fight no more...forever....."

On the wings of words our spirits fly....and our souls are free.
~Me~

(I could have missed the pain, but I'd have had to miss the dance~Garth)

[This message has been edited by Gentle Spirit (02-19-2002 02:26 PM).]

Startime
Member Ascendant

since 2000-10-03

Posts 5918
Canada

1 posted 2002-02-19 02:17 PM

Please keep writing of them for your words are timeless and help them to continue on...ABSOLUTELY STUNNING...Their legends will forever live in the place of remember...I LOVE IT!!! I LOVE IT!! **big big hugs**

Love I leave with you whether it is in your life now or yet the essense of your dreams.

Mistletoe Angel

Member Empyrean

since 2000-12-17

Posts 32816
Portland, Oregon

2 posted 2002-02-19 02:39 PM

(tears fall down my cheeks) Oh my gosh, this is sooooooo wonderful, sweet friend, your powerful words always speak so sincerely, I know deep down that through all the tears and anguish, the love and pride will foreve rlive on in their dreams and blood! (kiss on cheek) God Bless You, sweet friend, this is wonderful! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Donna, thank you for sharing!

May love and light always shine upon you!

Love,
Noah Eaton

Dulcinea
Senior Member

since 2001-07-22

Posts 774
IN

3 posted 2002-02-19 02:45 PM

This reminded me of that painting called "End of the Trail", have you ever seen it? This would go so well with that. Very well done!

Poet deVine

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since 1999-05-26

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Hurricane Alley

4 posted 2002-02-19 06:21 PM

Lovely, lovely poem!!!

catalinamoon

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since 2000-06-03

Posts 9543
The Shores of Alone

5 posted 2002-02-19 09:41 PM

This is wonderful. Such pathos and strength here.
Sandra

Greeneyes

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since 2000-09-09

Posts 9903
In Your Poetic Mind

6 posted 2002-02-19 10:29 PM

Donna~

There are times when I read you and I am soooo amazed, this among many is one of those times....

Lauren~

Step through the
barrier of my mind,
enter my soul,
feel my desire,
let my eyes guide you
into the shadows
of my heart

Gentle Spirit
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since 2000-10-09

Posts 13989

7 posted 2002-02-20 12:07 PM

Startime, I write when I hear,
and I remember them.....thanks hon.

Noah, you are a breath of fresh air
here at pips.  Thank you dear one.

Dulcie, I have seen it and yes I love it
also.  Thank you.

PDV, glad you stopped by and
so pleased that you enjoyed this one.

Sandra, I am glad you have left your words
and yes....their heritage is strong.  Thank you.

Lauren, your words touch me deeply,
and encourage me to keep trying when
I often feel like the muse has flown away.
Thanks dear heart.

On the wings of words our spirits fly....and our souls are free.
~Me~

(I could have missed the pain, but I'd have had to miss the dance~Garth)

strbbux
Member Elite

since 2001-12-19

Posts 3859

8 posted 2002-02-20 02:49 PM

This is terrific, great writing. floria

Floria

"Alas for those that never sing,
But die with all their music in them"
(Oliver Wendell Holmes)

Gentle Spirit
Member Patricius

since 2000-10-09

Posts 13989

9 posted 2002-02-20 09:29 PM

Floria, I thank you. Your words are appreciated...

On the wings of words our spirits fly....and our souls are free.
~Me~

(I could have missed the pain, but I'd have had to miss the dance~Garth)

Mysteria

Member Laureate

since 2001-03-07

Posts 18328
British Columbia, Canada

10 posted 2002-02-22 01:00 PM

Just a great poem depicting the feelings of the times. I really enjoyed it.

Live today like it was your last day on earth!
~* I don't know who said it but they were sure right *~

J. K. Mitchell
Member

since 2002-01-12

Posts 311
GA

11 posted 2002-02-22 01:40 PM

Powerful!
I can picture the scene in my mind's eye.

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