The American Soldier

The American Soldier
By Teresa Blakely

I can still see you and your brother when you were 6 and 3
Playing soldiers outside with your friends in the tall grass
It must be a man's natural instinct to protect those they love
Our grandfather's, father's, uncle's, brother's and cousins did so.

It's like a mother when she wants to protect her children
You will do anything to protect them
Even if you need to put on that uniform to protect your child
To be miles, months and years away from them.

So you put on the uniform of choice
I can see it in your eyes how proud you are doing it
You want to make a difference in this world
Protect this great country you live in.

At all cost, you do what you must
Even things that are against your beliefs
But you are a soldier of God, who fights evil
To protect those who can not do otherwise
Even for those who don't understand why you do it.

You believe in your country, your family, and your God
This great nation who gives us the freedom
You are an American soldier and proud to be.

You don't ask for anything in return just respect
And a simple thank you from others
You give so much for so little in return.

I salute you the American soldier who gives of himself
Although his cost is high, to be away from family
But you want to know that they are protected
And you gladly take the job.

To the American Soldier, forever grateful I shall be
I'm so proud to say that my family has served this great nation
For generation's past and present
I salute you.......