Our Finest, Our Best, Our Soldiers


Our finest men and women were sent
To foreign lands to fight a war,
It was freedom, peace, and democracy,
That's what they are fighting for.



They were willing to give years of their life
to go and do what needed to be done,
To keep us safe, and freedom free,
for countries, for each and everyone.



Many gave themselves, they gave their all,
so we could sleep safely every night,
While families were awake and prayed
for that loved one sent to fight.



Let's not forget to thank these soldiers
Who bore the burden, yet stood so tall
They took on the task, did their best
They went to serve at America's call.



Lets bow our heads in a moment of silence,
remembering the price some soldiers paid,
For the loss to families and Friends,
Let's not let their gifts and memory fade.


© Shirley J. Oremland
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