American Hero

Drop down, 
hit the ground, 
you hear the sound, 
your enemy bound. 
Stand up, 
lock and load, 
be careful now, 
everythings about to explode.  
No sudden movements, 
stay as quiet as can be, 
don't give away your position, 
remember, blind men cant see. 
Now slowly creep forward,  
toward the dangers ahead,  
try not to show, 
the fear and the dread. 
Inside your freaking out, 
as you enter enemy territory, 
and this feeling cant compare, 
to any classic war story. 
Your hurt and sad, 
you feel all alone,  
but buck up young soldier, 
for soon you'll be home. 
It might not be, 
the home were hoping for, 
but heaven's nice,  
and Gods waiting at the door. 
So clear your head,  
don't think anymore, 
you'll need all your senses, 
to win this war.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2012


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Date: 2/12/2012 4:25:00 AM
Enjoyed this write also. Amanda you have wonderful talent---continue on God Bless, Avis
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Date: 1/29/2012 12:29:00 PM
What wonderful poetry you all are sharing today. I enjoyed reading yours Amanda. Hope the coming week finds you in good health and your life full of joy and inspiration. Love, Carol
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Amanda Turnure
Date: 1/29/2012 5:21:00 PM
Thank you so much! God bless!
Date: 1/29/2012 9:39:00 AM
This is good, Amanda. I tried to click on the site you posted but it didn't work. I will try to pull it up. Best wishes on your contest. Love, Kim
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Date: 1/29/2012 5:23:00 PM
Thank you! :D You may have to copy it and paste it in the search bar.
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