Warrior Poem
- Deborah Ann Martin
- Sep 6, 2025
- 3 min read
Updated: Mar 21
A Warrior in Spirit and Heart
In today’s My Poetry Corner, I’m honoring someone very dear to me, my grandson, Sean. He is kind, wise beyond his years, and full of faith and love. He’s the kind of child who walks with a quiet strength, and you just know he’s going to do something meaningful in this world.
I wrote Warrior for Sean. In the poem, he becomes a mighty protector, a leader with courage, wisdom, and a destiny to bring light where there’s darkness.
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It’s not a fantasy story. It’s a reflection of who he is, becoming a warrior in the best sense of the word. Not because he fights, but because he leads with heart, honor, and purpose.
Warrior
Sean, great and mighty warrior, is he
Who sits on the throne of destiny
His faith, love, honor, and staying true
This will help guide his people through
A new adventure will begin
Evil in the village will end
Wisdom to make his people great
This was his fate.
From Kid Moments: Poems for Early Readers
Part of the Life Moments Series
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Reflection on My Warrior Poem
My Warrior poem was written with deep love and respect. Sean has always shown such thoughtfulness and heart — and I wanted to capture that in a way that celebrates who he is.
It’s not about swords or battles. It’s about spiritual strength. About guiding others through hard things. About honor, wisdom, and faith.
I believe our children need more poems like this — ones that speak life and purpose into who they are becoming. To help them see that their quiet strength and good hearts can truly make a difference in the world. For the children in your life, look at their strengths, encourage them in words to grow those strengths. The world needs those positives.
This is my warrior. And I know he will do great things.
The Style Behind the Words
Poetry Style Name: Heroic Couplets / Mini-Epic Poem
Structure and Form: 8 lines, rhyming in pairs (couplets)
Meter: Regular rhythm with poetic flow, lightly iambic
Rhyme and Rhyme Scheme: AABBCCDD
Sound and Rhythm: Noble and formal, matching the heroic tone
Poetic Devices:
Imagery: “throne of destiny,” “evil in the village,” “guide his people”
Tone: Elevated, encouraging, visionary
Theme: Destiny, leadership, faith, honor, purpose
Explore More Kid Moments
If Warrior spoke to your heart, you’ll love Kid Moments: Poems for Early Readers.
From silly stories to poems of character and strength, this book celebrates every part of growing up.
About the Life Moments Series
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About the Author:
Deborah Ann Martin is the founder of Surviving Life Lessons, a published author, poet, speaker, and trainer with over 20 years of management experience across multiple industries. An MBA graduate, U.S. veteran, single mother, and rare cancer survivor, Deborah brings both professional expertise and lived experience to her writing on resilience, leadership, personal growth, and overcoming adversity. Her mission is to empower others with practical wisdom and real-life insight to navigate life’s challenges with strength and purpose.
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