For Get Me Not
As you stare into the eyes,
Of the man you call your friend.
To speak the words,
You both know to be a lie.
You find no fear.
May perhaps,
A simple resignation.
Pre-ordained this moment.
‘Tis Kismet.
A disciplined death.
A soldier’s fate.
Giajl © Jim Love
The Words
"To speak the words,/You both know to be a lie." My heart went thud at this line. I re-read it - yes. - slc