THE ANCIENT WARRIOR

The ancient warrior bars the gate
And plants his feet apart
His sunny hair is streaked with cloud
And cheeks beat down with storm
Yet sparks jump out
From smould’ring eyes
“Invader stay away!”

His sinews grasp the spear haft tight
His hands recall their skill
Though clouds have overcome his hair
His arm know how to kill
Golden strength
Yet wilds the spear
“Invader stay away!”