A Soldier's Song

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(14) Pride One has lost his rank Amongst the briars around the tombs ..... And searches. Another looks for coins. A third seeks Renaissance phrases Water for Machiavelli's wines Which scorch the breath And heat the voice. But, whilst it’s true that ‘culture’ cools, Flatterers finding place, ....

Rejoice.

(15) Ice. The ice drips, and she can cool her fingertips. She can sip wine Sip words And live on sips. Whilst I, I may sip the honey from her lips.


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