Do you have any poems to Encourage the troops overseas?

Question

My fiance is serving over there and he is feeling low

Answer 1

THE FINAL INSPECTION


The soldier stood and faced God, which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining, just as brightly as his brass.
"Step forward now, you soldier, how shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek? To My Church have you been true?"

The soldier squared his shoulders and said, no, Lord, I guess I ain't.
Because those of us who carry guns, can't always be a saint.
I've had to work most Sundays, and at times my talk was tough.
And sometimes I've been violent, because the world is awfully rough.
But, I never took a penny, that wasn't mine to keep...
Though I worked a lot of overtime, when the bills got just too steep.
And I never passed a cry for help, though at times I shook with fear.
And sometimes, God, forgive me, I've wept unmanly tears.
I know I don't deserve a place, among the people here.
They never wanted me around, except to calm their fears.
If you've a place for me here, Lord, it needn't be so grand.
I never expected or had too much, but if you don't, I'll understand.

There was a silence all around the throne, where the saints had often trod.

As the soldier waited quietly, for the judgment of his God.

"Step forward now, you soldier, you've borne your burdens well.
Walk peacefully on Heaven's streets, you've done your time in Hell."


~Author Unknown~




It's the Soldier, not the reporter
who has given us the freedom of the press.

It's the Soldier, not the poet,
who has given us the freedom of speech.

It's the Soldier, not the politicians
that ensures our right to Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness.

It's the Soldier who salutes the flag,
who serves beneath the flag,
and whose coffin is draped by the flag.

Answer 2

" It is the Soldier,
not the reporter who has given us freedom of press
It is the Soldier,
not the poet who has given us freedom of speech
It is the Soldier,
not the campus organizer who gives us freedom to demonstrate
It is the Soldier who salutes the flag,
who serves beneath the flag,
and whose coffin is draped by the flag,
who allows the protester to burn the flag."

-Father Dennis Edward O'Brien

How does a soldier feel fighting a war?
Does he always know what he is fighting for?
Maybe he knows but doesn't understand,
why he is alone in a faraway land.
Like so many others he is there for a cause,
And like the rest he doesn't pause.
He has a job that he does well,
even as his best friend beside him fell.
How does he feel when he hears the news,
of violent protests from the ignorant few?
His shame is great, the pain goes deep
he feels compassion for the dead at his feet.
Rioters can boast and carry signs,
about the war that has shook our time.
But when the call comes for them to go,
they burn their draft cards and make a show.
How can a soldier be proud of his land,
when this type of people make a stand?
How can we show him we are glad he is there,
fighting for freedom and the ones who care?
War is unfair in any way of life,
and all involved must pay the price.
But the soldier is proud to keep us free,
stop and think..........
Shouldn't you be?

-Brenda Jean Baker

Just say no to the weak minded Liberals.

Answer 3

of all the men Ive ever laid
your GI Joe had the best grenade
When you return I'll change the sheets
So you will have no clue I cheat

Answer 4

There is little better than reading the written out words of the American National Anthem .... as a song it is rather awkward but as a poem it is stirring.

and btw .. thanks to him and to you for the sacrifices being made on my behalf.

Answer 5

Hey diddle diddle
What are you doing in the Middle East
Eating my Skittles and rubbing one out thinking about you

Answer 6

do not try to be a hero!!!!
Im from bosnia,living in usa last 10 y,I have been in the same mess 4+y;get shot 4 times --I AM A LIVE IN ONE PIECE
You gays(american troups) help me and my folks to defend country.I had chance to fight arm to arm with marines and airborne american gays-they are great
JUST DO NOT TRY TO BE A HERO
WAR WILL END ,YOU WILL HAVE GREAT MEMORIES,YOU WILL TRY TO FORGAT BAD ONES,YOUR DEAD FRIENDS,LOST LIMBS AND BLOOD
YOU WILL NEWER FORGAT-BUT YOU WILL BE FORGATEN QUICK
DO NOT TRY TO BE A HERO
DO NOT BE COWARD EITHER
BE SMART
GOOD LUCK

Answer 7

Fear not brave soldier
The service to your nation is worthy
For instance you get to own a gun
With which you can kill your demon president

Answer 8

Treat this war as if it were a game of billiards (pool)
You shoot the balls off,
I rack. (Iraq)

Answer 9

come back home!