grief is a shield

Death grip

Unyielding 

Pillar 

Foundation concrete 

All things incomplete 

Forged from nothing 

Into 

Things you're afraid 

To lose 

Continues 

Steadfast 

Record holding 

At last 

Wielding 

Memories like swords 

Grief is a shield 

Protects from danger

Blocks the new 

All the good to come 

Never won