A/N- This is a poem about a soldier who has

given up hope after encountering death on the

battlefield. Hope you like it...

Why Bother?

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Why bother?

Why try?

What smile will keep us going,

When pain is all we meet.

Why protect?

Why fight?

What power would we have,

When we are oppressed.

Why defend?

Why care?

What love would we encounter,

When hate is far to strong.

Why bother?