Approaching Knights (Villanelle)

Approaching Knights (Villanelle)
Written June 7th, 2005



Silvery sheens of steel glimmer beneath fiery torch lights
Renewing hope and faith to their homeland with pride
As we watch the approach of our beloved knights

Stained in crimson they ride through long days and nights
Armor clanking against heavy swords at their side
Silvery sheens of steel glimmer beneath fiery torch lights

Behind a flag adorned with their kingdom's crest by rights
Signifying loyalty and honor they steadily ride
As we watch the approach of our beloved knights

Keeping the old stone castle locked within their sights
Warriors brave the raging waters of the river's tide
Silvery sheens of steel glimmer beneath fiery torch lights

Women hastily prepare a feast of pleasurable delights
Trumpets sounding as crowds gather both far and wide
As we watch the approach of our beloved knights

Gates open in welcome as the waiting kingdom unites
Each heart filled with a peace that has long been denied
Silvery sheens of steel glimmer beneath fiery torch lights
As we watch the approach of our beloved knights