RNAL#5 (1/06) - The Gunnery

They hear the gentle footsteps in the middle of the NightThey hear the gentle footsteps in the middle of the night.The feelings of fear and anxiety enter their hearts;Will they be willing to put up the good fight?It is here tonight that they can finally make it right.There is silence and silence alone;They hear the gentle footsteps in the middle of the night.Heroic men waiting to shine in the bright light.The early mourning breeze fills their bodies with much nervousness;Will they be willing to put up the good fight?Dedicated warriors ready to go with all their might.Thus, they remember the task at hand;They hear the gentle footsteps in the middle of the night.Indeed this could be their very own death site.It will take courage and bravery to prevail;Will they be willing to put up the good fight?When all is done will they reach that eternal light?Here today only fate must tell.They hear the gentle footsteps in the middle of the night,Will they be willing to put up the good fight?(Austin Smith, 2008)English Journal 5 (January 2006) 13