Ernesto

The story of revolution

the glory of Che

The fury of wander

a doctor’s foray

Silver spoon of his birth

the high noon of choice

A tune peasants cling to

that force in his voice

Daring insurrection

then falling from grace

Each stalling acceptance

a rebel’s embrace
 

His legend in khaki

a friend to the weak

Unbending in spirit

— both joyous and bleak

(Dreamsleep: December, 2024)