Sunset in the Desert
Sunset
In the desert,
Yesterday, war raged here
In this harsh, unforgiving land;
Today, at last, the war is at an end;
And heroes are returning home.
In the desert, silence;
All is still at
Sunset
Published by Mike Powers
Winner of the 2010 Best of AC Award in the Books category, I am a freelance writer with extensive experience writing online book, movie, and music reviews, poetry, short stories, and other articles of gener... View profile
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38 Comments
Post a CommentGood poem.
back again, cool photo!
Peace is so powerful! I wish it for the world!
I thought this poem powerful in its reflection. As I read it, I had the same feeling as when I listen to Taps - that of awesome peace and acceptance of what must be accepted, is the best way I can describe it.
good one, Mike, love the photo!
Good poem. I love the picture.
I hope it is this peaceful there. Thanks...
back to visit!
I miss your beautiful work and hope to see something new soon:)
Beautiful Mike and oh joy!