He was not fearless.
As a matter of fact
he was always filled with trepidation.
Yet he always found the courage
that galvanized his actions.
He walked into the burning house
and grabbed the little child.
He knew his soul would haunt him forever
if they burnt to death.
Never again he said to himself.
The memory of his mother
and his little brother
forever seared in his mind.
*****
© Jacqueline Oby-Ikocha
Fearless, The Daily Post
Image credit: Pixabay.com
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For me, courage is power and we need it to make headway in life.
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Powerful neat story captured in so few words. I like the image used too!
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Hi Jackie,
Firemen are the some of the bravest, selfless people that I know, I’m reminded of a movie that I saw recently ” Fireproof”.
I once saw a quote, “The secret of success is to do it afraid”
Well written, as usual.
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Oh wow, courage is made of characters like yours. May we always be so bold
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Amen to this 🙂
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😀 Agreed!
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The power you achieved in this complete story with such an economy of words.
Oh this is indeed a piece of excellent writing dear Jacqueline. Thank you.
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I am glad you enjoyed reading it. Thanks my dear and do have a lovely Easter weekend.
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That is indeed courage
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Thank you Joan 🙂
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I LOVE this poem, and we could all use more courage in our life.
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