Deployment

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Eyes the size of sunflowers

Filled with wonder and joy,

Wilt to measly baby seeds

The second you deploy.

You turn your back and take a step,

I'm met with a sea of green,

A single tear rolls down my cheek

As I question why God is so mean.

I lay in bed and close my eyes,

Praying my crying doesn't wake the kids,

I toss and turn and clutch my chest

At the war behind my eyelids.   

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