Old Soldier

The pounding of my heart, deep within my chest

wow I`m still alive, and know that I`ve been blessed

had a difficult time, been through the wars

tough decisions to make,  had to settle some scores

seen some horrific things, more than I would want

nightmares run through my head, they will always haunt

looked death in the face, but I stand before you now

many wounds need healing, not sure how

all I want is some down time and to chill

for where there`s a way, there`s always a will

reached the end of the line, no more to roam

this old soldier`s signing off, time to go home!!

(c) Lissie Bull 2018