Fidelity Cries

Marrying war

the true soldier is wed

Betrothal of blood

asleep in his bed

The men he would die for

as groomsmen rejoice

A vow ringed in glory

his weapon of choice

The years become marked

by each battle romanced

Anniversaries pledged

at the point of a lance

Divorce not an option

fidelity cries

His love bleeding freely

—with honor his bride

(Dreamsleep: January, 2024)