As wind beats upon wearied brow, ears ring with thunders mighty growl
Cold prompts feet hasten to hearth and home, while rains bitter sting drives ice to the bone
As the sky above is torn with brief, cruel light, darkness for a moment hides his face
Though path illumined no guidance is given, his gaze returns, eyes without grace
In his shroud, through the torrent, determination is wrought
Will to iron is crafted and courage is bought
Fear is the price, comfort the purse, but to hold to those riches the fate would be worse
Shoulders hunched in, strong light within
Face turned down, resolution found
Numb legs carry on