Marvellous

• Elana Parnis, Grade 10, Trinity Lutheran School -
• Poetry
• 2018

Excellence Award in the 'Write Along 2018' competition

I compare thee to a man of iron
Valiantly devoted to your cause
Your brawn is as bold a roaring lion's
Your fearful thoughts echo through drawn shut doors
For your intelligence is outstanding
And precision is almost frightening
You fight to protect all notwithstanding
Your childish view and ego heightening
Leading with grace and extending kindness
Always ready to help when friends need it
Your witty banter filled with politeness
Your drive gives me hope for you never quit
You know who you are and you make me laugh
I put down the book and follow your path.