Oak of Odin
(a sonnet)

 

Weathers strife-storms and still stands tall,
Unbowed by wyrd’s winds, orlog’s rain;
Goals and feats to grow might and main,
Worthy works to inspire us all.

Oak of Odin opens word hoard,
Ring-breaker drops wit-wealth, hard-won,
Great gifts given everyone
That they may sharpen mind’s sword.

With wisdom such I ween he’s drunk from Mimir’s well,
And roots running deep in courage and will,
Group’s steady guide through good and through ill-
I hail our Ritari, Erich Campbell:

Hail, awesome Odin’s oak, organizer of hall-
Hail, and thanks, for what you’ve shared with all.



© 2008 Sorn Skald

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