What Heroes Gave
by Roger J. Robicheau (Sp 5, US Army) ©2001
Each donned their uniform to be
Defenders of our liberty
Their mission sure, their spirits bright
Guard freedom’s home, be brave to fight
One final day each faced their call
Each gave their best enduring all
We’ll never know what they went through
But know they loved this country true
Deep down inside we should all feel
What heroes gave, their cost so real
We must stay thankful, grateful of
The gift of freedom through their love
Their loved ones bore the gravest pain
What we can’t know, some now sustain
To God I pray their pain will cease
And each will find long-lasting peace
Remember this from year to year
What heroes gave – shan’t disappear
We’ll never let their special day
Their time for honor slip away
These brave fought for a nation free
If not for them, where would we be?
(Source)
I am proud to say that I am a sister of a U.S Army soldier who has fought and served for this country in Iraq and Afghanistan. No matter the differences my brother and I may have, I'm still very proud of the work he's done for this country and it's citizens. In a time of political scuffle between democrats, republicans, liberals, tea party, red and blue states, we must not forget about the men and women who have courageously served and given their all for our country. It's quite easy to forget about the brave men and women who have fought or are still fighting to protect our rights to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.
We often speak about the heroes we admire in the books we read but sometimes forget about the REAL heroes throughout American history. Although one day doesn't seem enough to express our gratitude's, I'm glad that there is one for ALL of us to stop and spend a moment to be thankful to our soldiers. Regardless of political views or position on war, I hope that during this long Memorial Day weekend you take the time to recognize the thousands of men and women who serve in the Armed Forces during war and peace, past and present.
That's a really sweet post. It's really easy to forget what the soldiers do for us and that every day somebody dies protecting us from harm. I forget it often, myself, that there are other people, but I really want to keep trying to remember.
ReplyDeleteTo an invader, the indigenous people always look easy prey.
ReplyDeleteOur enemies should have learned on September 11, 2001, that the age of heroes is not dead. Heroes live among us like demigods in old Greek myth.
They are everyday people, like the firemen and policemen who died that day, who value human dignity to such a degree that they will rise to protect it, sometimes sacrificing themselves in the process.
Yours was a very heartfelt and moving post, Cimmaron. I salute you, Roland
Great Post!
ReplyDeleteWonderful post! I am always glad to see recognition for the fallen vets and the living vets along with current servicemen and women.
ReplyDeleteRespect!
ReplyDeleteLovely Post...so sad when lives are lost. I always think about war and fighting...I try not to forget I am sitting here comfy while others are not in comfort and fighting.
I have been looking at all the images on FB and words. Sad we can't all just live in peace and harmony on this planet of ours, would be so much nicer. Sons and Daughters killed daily....
Mich