Not So Level Ground

by N J Thornton   Sep 28, 2005


With level ground to walk upon,
The warriors may drink tea.
And the parson will speak peace,
Then tread down soil with ease.

Amidst the hill top's brittle fear,
The new shoots begin to grow.
Then if one should take a fall,
Moor hills let mountains show.

Know what enemies need to know,
For aid beside foreign ground.
When one should offer a seat,
Another makes a sound.

Over there, upon the mountains,
All creatures stand in honour.
Now the ground that once was flat,
Holds success and power.

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  • 18 years ago

    by Larry

    Your work is some of the best I've read on this site

  • 18 years ago

    by Rusted x Heart

    I really liked this piece. do agree that i found it somewhat vague, but I, too, love that. It makes you read it voer and over and it really intrigues the reader. VERY nicely written and beautiful imagery used.

    Oh and just a sidenote to Ashley Patterson: It isnt spelled incorrectly, its spelled the British way.

  • 18 years ago

    by HansRik

    Silver, as always your work is great. The structure is excellent, and the imagery perfect. There is no need for me to say this, because you probably already know it: you are quite talented. I enjoy reading your poems, and am glad for having the opportunity of reading them. Keep it up, you are an inspiration for all of us.

  • 18 years ago

    by Dark Kitten

    Good poem.... You spelled honor wrong though.

  • 18 years ago

    by XxTeArSxX17

    Nice job a lil diffrent for what i have seen but for me thats always a good thing nice job keep it up

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