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Soldiers~ By Taia Thompson

2/8/2016

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I’m fighting an endless war.
We’re fighting and endless war.
More of our comrades fall every day
And a debt grows that enemy 
Will never pay.
I saw a sign that said, 
“Remember our fallen soldiers.”
“I could never forget!” I cried
It seems like just yesterday
They died.
I start to sob
Choking for my tears
It seems like this war won’t be over 
For years.
In the heat of the moment I yell, 
“Will we ever escape this hell?!”
The answer is not foreseen, 

But I wish you well
It seems like only time 
Will tell.
You’re fighting an endless war
A war so old, you wonder why
Then you see a fallen comrade
And a fire ignites inside.
We are all fighting an endless war
A war we never asked for.


Author Bio:
My name is Taia Thompson, and I am 12-years-old. I am in the seventh grade, and an African-American. I live in Roosevelt, NY. Writing is therapeutic for me because I get to speak out with my words on paper. I'm interested in publishing now because people have responded well to my work, and that I should share it on a larger scale. I thought, "Why not?" I enjoy writing poems and stories and find my motivation through music. One day, I would love to write a book, or even perform my own work in front of an audience.
7 Comments
Mr. Sumter
2/9/2016 11:17:02 am

Great job Taia!!!
Please keep up the great work!

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Mrs. Rainey
2/26/2016 05:06:11 am

What a powerful piece!!! I was moved my your poem!! Awesome job Taia!! Continue to strive for greatness!!

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Mr. Parrish
3/3/2016 08:05:28 am

Proud of you

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Mrs. Hatem
3/5/2016 12:36:42 pm

Awesome job!! Keep writing! Keep soaring!

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Rev. Lavern White
3/5/2016 05:05:39 pm

Congratulations Taia. I knew you would be a writer

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Mrs. Packert
3/6/2016 01:29:00 pm

Nice work Taia! I look forward to seeing more from you. You are a great talent!

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Jennaire Rabsatt
4/1/2016 10:20:45 am

Great job Taia.
You are on the right path. Keep pushing forward !!

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