we die forgotten
The Chorus -
Cunning, not the feat of arms, brought fair Ilium low,
Unmasked Achilles gambit leading him to Troy,
Drove the swift knife into Iphigenia's breast
To ply cruel Artimus for fair following winds.
But the fates cut many lives short on Ilium's shores
Hopes of glory dashed for thousands who fought and died
Their shadows haunting Hades’ dark, lifeless halls:
Noble Hector no match for enraged Achilles,
Nor the son of Peleus, Paris' swift arrows.
Who won the laurel of Achille's golden armor
And was named Greatest of the Greeks if not Ajax?
But he who knew no honor save ruthless cunning,
Wily Odysseus, gained both, and the better man,
Mighty Ajax, fell upon his sword in sorrow,
His soul traveling the lonely roads to Hades’ keep.
But the gods' wroth did not end at the sack of Troy,
Agamemnon would rue his daughter's sacrifice
When his wife and her lover knifed him in his bath.
But he who deceived Troy with the horse filled with Greeks
Would spend ten long years failing to return to home....
Comments (14)
I like the simple rhyme Dana, and the underlying message is a good one. "We built, rebuilt, and tested"- speaks of simpler times when people would get through things together, even when it was hard:)
Love this poem, friend! Writing the story as we go. It ain’t easy, but it’s worth it! Beautiful poem with perfect rhythm!
Amid life's mystery- we recklessly invested. Beautifully Done!!
So, so lovely, Dana! I love the allusions to architecture/building one's love...This clearly comes right from the heart. :)
Beautifully crafted poem with a warm heart.
Such a beautiful love journey, Dana! Exquisite work :)
Beautiful description of a wonderful shared journey
An may your continued learning together ever-deepen your bond with one another.
Without blueprint or guide…. That’s so true. I thought this was beautiful.
Doing that without blueprint or guide is a hugeeeee thing! May you both always be happy together! 🥰🥰🥰
Commitment certainly outshines history when it comes to a foundation for love! Wonderful work, Dana!
Sounds like my husband and I. Love this so much
Loved the sentiment. Isn't that what life is all about, - building - rebuilding and rebuilding once again.
Eloquently written!!! Loved it!!!