THE MARCHING ARMY

by: zack hale

Amidst the chaos and the confusion

I practice my swordsmanship

In spite of the busyness of life

I polish and shine my shield

Some think I am crazy while others just ignore

But over the noise I soon hear a sound

It is far off in the distance but still there it is

Not many can hear it but I know what I hear

It is a quiet thud but I faintly hear it

It is a monotonous and dull sound

But it has a certain beat and rhythm to it

It is the sound of marching

Not like the sound of a marching band

And not even the sound of a company soldiers

But this is the sound of a mighty army marching

The marching slowly grows louder and louder

And now no one can deny that they hear it

It keeps getting closer and closer with every moment

Soon it drowns out all the chaos and noise

Many are afraid and some are confused

But my hope rises up and my faith is stirred

For I am ready with sword and shield in hand

For this is the day I have lived my entire life for

The day of the great army marching to battle

Many stay behind and they try to discourage others

But I am not deterred nor is does my resolve waiver

I was born for this moment…

I was created for this

To join the army for the Battle of the Ages