Friendly Fire

by Diana Nickell, wife of Vietnam combat veteran, Dennis Nickell

Do you really think

Anyone cares

That the fire that burns… is friendly?

Hearts and body parts

Pieces of promises

Are all being blown away

I need you to see

The power you have over me

I know you didn’t mean to

But the outcome’s just the same

You lean over me

And cry from the truth

You’ve done it once again

Searing, Burning

Pain I can’t control

Someone save me

You didn’t mean to do…

You didn’t mean to say….

The words that shot like fire

Through my soul today

Hearts and body parts

Pieces of promises

Are all being blown away

I need you to see

The power you have over me

I know you didn’t mean to

But the outcome’s just the same

You lean over me

And cry from the truth

You’ve done it once again

Kneeling in blood like a child with toys

You cry out to God above

Breathe, Get up, you scream through your pain

I think I’ve killed my love

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For 43 years, Dennis and Diana Nickell, shared their lives, passion, and hearts. Dennis, a Vietnam Combat Veteran who dealt daily with the aftermath of his 14 months in-country, spent his later years reaching out to Veterans, their loved ones, and tried to help share why you should never give up. Sept, 12th, 2021 Dennis joined his brothers in arms in heaven, who never had the chance to have the life he fought for daily, and his wife Diana still carries on the mission of educating, enlightening, and encouraging those who have paid such a heavy price for freedom. 

Dedicated to ALL, first responders, and heroes, Diana has found peace in the wealth of her family and her faith. YouTube series Surviving Vietnam can be accessed freely at 

https://www.survivevietnam.com/

All rights are reserved, for created content shared about their amazing journey, including original poetry by Diana. Feel free to contact Diana at dnickell1955@gmail.com with any questions or concerns.

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