always at the ready for their country's needs.
The military face may change, but
still the call rings true: to train, and serve,
cohesive unit thinking, working, fighting
as one soldier. Many branches but one
goal. Many men and women but one
cause. Many lives we pray will not be
lost. Many loved ones whom we hope
will safely walk upon the soil of home
once more. We do not have to understand
the battles which they wage. They do
not owe an explanation for the reasons
that they wear the uniform. We thank
them for the sacrifices real, and sacrifices
possible, and pray for peace for all. Those
who have served, we thank, and those
who serve today, we owe.
(c) Ellen Gillette, 2013
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