Forgotten Heroes
"A war with no Heroes."
Its was about becoming a unit
through it we became friends.
Its about those 4 year commitments
and seeing it to the end.
Its about facing your fears
not just facing the enemy.
To be strong in our colors
wasn't just about vanity.
Its about the memories we made
and the laughs we all share.
We never thought it was a game
no ones going to die here.
We were there for a reason
we held our weapon with pride
and the orders you question
were made to keep us alive.
It was never about,
who's playing our current president.
Why do they ignore us
and think of only the government?
Who sitting at home
safe in their polished desks,
do you really think they could last
through one week of this?
And those peace speaking liberals
who greet us like the plague,
pushing their poster in our faces
like they wished we were dead.
And the blood hungry media
we're all used to your game,
we say we're proud of this war
and you just push us away.
Your not looking for heroes
but for something much better,
like someone who fights wars
to get his name in the paper.
And to all those who think
that no war is justified,
what world do you live in?
Your idiocy is homicide.
The loss of 3,000 souls
and the grief of their family.
Should we not have fought back
because you think wars are to messy?
And wouldn't they try again
with not consequences to fear.
How long till it happens
every couple of months to a year.
What will the next target be
and how many more must die.
Who's spouse will be hostage
who's children will be under fire.
You say we were to aggressive?
Wake up, life just not fair.
They made the choice to mess with us,
the outcome should have been clear.
Someone in our history said,
"Speak softly and carry a bit stick."
And when they chose not to listen
thats when you give it to them quick.
Don't sugar coat it with apologizes
let me tell you my 'friend'
you try to recreate 9-11,
and this will happen again.
Copyright © Nastassia Peterie | Year Posted 2009
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