Darkness abounds for a lot of returning Veterans.  The sad, sad truth is that more Veterans have died from self infliction than on the battle fields since 9/11.  Think on that, please.  I don’t care about your politics really.  If you see a Veteran whether struggling or seemingly happy reach out.  Tell them that you appreciate them if you do.  Or, please at least show some respect?  In this age of all volunteer forces, most of us put ourselves on the line out of love for God, country and our fellow humanity.  Please keep that in mind.

Dark Voices
by Michael Romani

Dark voices from deep inside
They've started whispering again
Certain that this time I will win
But, these voices are calling again

Horrified by what I see
The darkness creeping up inside of me
I lose any hope of dignity
As the bleakness pushes me to my knees

The ugliness blocks the light
I have promised that I will fight
Sinking low at this sight
Slinking into this dark night

Tears roll down on my cheek
Voices asking why I won't speak
It seems my soul has sprung a leak
Cobbled in these chains at my peak

(c) November 18, 2017  Michael Romani
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