"I've come back
to take
a look at you.
with your eyes,
like mine,
a crystal blue.
It's late at night
and no one
is around
so hush my child
and make not
one sound.
I need this moment
to control my emotions
and quietly adjust.
Yet you reach out to me
with innocence
and trust.
I have returned
from the shadows
to see your face
and to accept
those who are living
and full of grace.
You have been blessed
with a mother's love
my son
and I shall watch
over you
until every day is done.
Although
with the morning light
I must retreat.
Please know
I am still with you
in each heartbeat
and the true reason
for which
I am forever torn,
you see,
I died a soldier
on the day you were born."
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