Memorial day

I am honored to share this poem with you all on the start of this Memorial Day weekend. I am proud to be married to a United States Sailor. He is a veteran. He loves his family, his friends, his job, and his country. He willingly goes to battle when needed. He's not the only one. Today, please remember to give thanks to our armed services, and remember those who have fallen.

Enjoy this poem!

One year ago today he learned his reason for being,

He stood in awe, unable to believe what it was he was seeing.

He saw the planes come rushing by,

For days after, all he could do is ask "Why?"

Where he was and what he was doing, he will always remember,

Much like those who lived through a December.

He drew closer to both family and friends,

Desperately trying to allow his heart to mend.

Once the fear and confusion passed him by,

And he overcame the constant urge to cry,

He became resolute and dedicated

To find by whom this evil deed was perpetrated.

One year later it is he who stands with shipmates together,

Out here on the front line, it makes him feel better.

He does not ask for sympathy or praise,

Only for the opportunity to live out his God given days.

He sweats and toils doing a job that must be done,

Wondering what his friend at home might be doing for fun.

He gladly works all through the night,

Ensuring that his ship is ready for the coming fight.

Deep down inside he wishes that a fight were not in need,

But rest you assured, that he is ready indeed.

As he does his seemingly thankless tasks,

It is only a home, safe and free for which he asks.

You ask who this person might be,

And why is he referred to only as "he"?

This person is familiar to almost everyone,

It is not just a "he" but also a father, a mother, a daughter and a son.

They have left you behind to sail on the sea,

Never really knowing what their destination will be.

Fear not for their safety, they are in God's hands,

They will do whatever their nation demands.

They have devoted their lives to their country and to you,

You ask what it is that they do.

They are the men and women of the US naval service,

They are the men and women who now live with a purpose.