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Our son wanted to do his duty so into the military he went. Working hard and trying not to worry are how our days are spent. We're very proud of our son in this there is no doubt But we're really looking forward - to the day that he gets out! We received a letter from him just the other day. The fighting picked up and from his unit he did not stray. Even though he was doing his duty - in his heart we do abide. In his letter to us - his fears and worries he did confide. People are dying all around me is what to us he said. It's hard to turn our minds off when it is time for bed. What can we do for him from here when we're so far away. We'll give him words of courage to overcome what may. Picked up the newspaper to see that soldiers we had lost. When will people learn that for war - this is the cost? Wait here just a minute there is a knock upon our door. We were not yet prepared for what fate had in store. Two people from the military waited patiently to be let in. Still in shock and disbelief we went into the den. Mam we're here to tell you that your son is dead. He fought very valiantly, and saved his friend instead. In his pocket was a letter addressed to you. It may hold words of comfort for you alone to view. The next few days were busy - as we laid our son to rest. The letter was forgotten, this war we do detest! I stumbled upon it in my latest cleaning spree. He expressed that he was homesick and wanted to be with me. But he knew he had to finish what he did start. Even if he was the next to die - knowing this would break our heart. To all who are listening - know that some must take a stand. So that we may enjoy the many freedoms of this land. Know that our kin and loved ones did not die in vain. And sincerely hope that one day our children - will never know this pain! Footnote: I wrote this as loosing a son but there are many females in the military and I am sure we have lost many of them as well - just change the pronouns and gender in this poem if it is a daughter you have lost. And my deepest sympathies to all of the parents, families and friends of the families who have actually experienced this type of loss. 5/06/16
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