A chemical cocktail surges through the body
They make first contact with an unseen enemy.
They are focused, sharp, elated, and at peace.
Months of being on edge
They do not realize the mental fog has rolled in.
Their brains and bodies are tired and worn,
From the constant stress and lack of sleep.
Weary troops shoot at anything that moves.
The only remedy for the lives that were stolen,
Is aggressive, retaliatory violence.
This cycle of inhumanity takes its toll,
As a chemical cocktail surges through the body.
Poet, musician and former USMC combat veteran Benjamin Fortier has finally published his latest book PHANTOMS, covering his deployment to Iraq in '06-'07. Ben will be performing live music with us in Boston for Savage WonderGround: GHOST STORY. Get on the invite list here.
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On November 4, 2023, world-class guitarist (and military child) Michael Bard will be performing at Carnegie Hall – and a portion of the proceeds will go to VetRep! Get your tickets here.