Might some have forgotten
soft-whispered, fiery, sacred place
that Warriors’ Spirits defend?

Many would not have done this;
walked with mate and souls joined
freezing, through new snow.

Many would have forgotten;
not walked on burning sand
to Spirits’ home plateau.

Might some have walked the other way
avoided paths unknown
expressed regrets profound?

Will you ever walk his way
with trust and magnanimity,
faith’s choice be where you’re bound?