Please set a special place aside, for our wonderful country's best.
For the selfless men and women, who knowingly give their all,
who stand guard round our banner, and will never let it fall.
They leave behind both spouse and child, to protect and preserve our land,
They leave behind both hearth and home, in service, great and grand.
They endure heartache and hardship, for an ocassional word from home,
they endure sharp criticism, and often feel alone,
But Lord, Please touch their souls tonight, somehow let them, know we care,
that we're standing right beside them, even when they're "Over There".
and Lord, if they're wet and cold in the darkness, or a wild and rolling sea,
Or sweltering in the Desert Sands, and waiting patiently,
If they're soaring in the silver clouds, or standing guard out in the rain,
If they're laughing, living, loving, or in quiet, heartfelt pain.
Please Lord, tonight embrace them, soldiers, sailors, one and all,
For they dearly love their country, and they daily give their all.
For the young Airman away from home, for the first time in his life,
for the officer far away, from his children and his wife.
For the women dressed in olive drab, instead of skirts and jeans,
because when you say "Patriot"...they can TELL you what it means.
And Lord, if before this night is through, Heavens Gate should open wide,
and a Soldier, Sailor, Airman, or Marine should step inside.
If he straightens to attention, with the clicking of his boot,
And PROUDLY states his presence with a textbook sharp salute.
Embrace him Lord, and Love Him...In Your Great and Perfect way.
For he was one of the BEST Dear Lord...the Pride Of The USA!
This was written by a friend, known as Dreamin' Dave.
I thought it was a perfect tribute to our men and women
in the armed forces during this time of war and uncertainty.
May the sword of justice be swift and sure.
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