Letter to Mom

the say it is the war to end all wars,
Mom
do you believe it

I crawl the trenches on all fours,
Mom
I hope to see it

I’m cold and hungry all the time,
Mom
I got your letter

My eyes are red from all the grime,
Mom
Hope it gets better

The Germans sing songs in their trench,
Mom
When there’s no cannon

In France but no time to learn French,
Mom
How’s Frank and Shannon

I love you Mom, no, it’s not tears,
Mom
It will end, surely

I dreamt of the parade, and cheers,
Mom
It will end, surely

I Love You

Author notes: https://allpoetry.com/contest/2784032-War-Letter-Home