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November 11 Veteran's DayVeteran's Day
2008
They're young people faced with battle,
Answering the call to duty honorably,
Protecting our freedom, our way of life,
Keeping the world safe for you and me.
They face adversity we cannot understand,
See mayhem and tragedy each day,
They defend our Constitution and our rights,
While others laugh, love, frolic, and play.
They sacrifice the things they hold dear,
Many never make it home from the war,
They seldom complain and often ache,
Some feel as if they should do even more.
Many names hold a place of great honor,
Reaching out from a long black wall,
Tears fall, grief mingles with pride,
The spirit of lost veterans touches us all.
So on this day set aside for respect,
Thank a veteran for your right to complain,
He has risked his life to make that possible,
For nothing ventured leaves nothing to gain.
Give respect to those who gave us much more;
Honor, courage, commitment and pride,
They value the lives of others beyond themselves,
We should always be proud to stand by their side.
With respect and gratitude,
Dianna Doles Petry
11/11/2008
Author of Echoes of a Woman's Soul
Now available for purchase
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