Never Again

My dearest friend, you always had my back Even after the day you were sent to Iraq Navy jokes to me while you were still here The laughter it made and brought us to tears The doubts we had about the enemies at war How Russia seemed like they wanted more It is funny the way loss can change lives so quick Bring minds to depression and make stomachs sick I hope one day our souls will pass On golden streets or in heavenly grass The last thoughts of a soldier are seldom known It is a dangerous world outside the Green Zone There are tears in my eyes as the words are thought What trouble in here, what optimism is sought? I will try to go on, and finish the mission You did your best in the terrorist inquisition I have had sleepless nights and a cramping chest He was supposed to come home, just like the rest Two days before my leave he was to return to his friend A sailor with his Army brother by his side, never again