Robert L. Hinshaw Poet Rhyme

Just Another Day At the Office

The weary soldier returned from another perilous patrol,
To continue the battle in his cold, damp and muddy hole.
Hopes for a hot meal and a cup of coffee were mighty slim.
'Twas just another day at the office for him!

The bomber crew had flown for hours protecting our skies,
Feeling the stress but ever alert with their eagles' eyes.
In a day or so they would do it all over again.
'Twas just another day at the office for those gallant men!

The Captain of the Coast Guard boat cruised along the coast,
Responsible for her valiant crew - seldom leaving her post.
Ever on the alert for any emergencies that might occur.
'Twas just another day at the office for her!

Twenty-four hours on duty are normal for the brave marines,
And for the fearless sailors aboard confining submarines.
They won't be home tonight but will continue their roles.
'Tis just another day at the office for those courageous souls!

These dedicated patriots place national destiny above their own,
To ensure that our precious liberties will ne'er be overthrown.
They bear loneliness, fear, stress and frightful strife.
'Tis just another day at the office in their precarious life!

Robert L. Hinshaw, CMSgt, USAF, Retired
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Andrea Dietrich December 23, 2010 at 1:55 PM Such a dangerous day at an office, Robert! God bless them all!! (lucky you on a cruise. I love cruises so much!!)

Poet Destroyer A December 22, 2010 at 2:09 PM Hello. Bob H., how are you.. here I am trying to return 2 the soup.... boy have I missed lots of poetry. Sounds like the same old story to me.. I think Albert Einstein called it insanity ..lol... enjoyed your poemm...have a wonderfulday....p..d

Ralph Taylor December 12, 2010 at 1:32 PM Great tribute, Sarge. Bless these dedicate people. Ralph

Noel Villarosa December 11, 2010 at 7:17 AM A noble-minded men in the course of their duty to preserve the well-being of his countrymen and territory. (^_^) Noel.

Sara Kendrick December 11, 2010 at 6:59 AM We forget that the men and women are constantly on the battle front for us..Excellent work reminding us of their hard work and dedication..The geese were so far up in the sky that I could not tell which one was trying to lead the group but I wrote it as if it was a male..Just a little fun for the day..Sara

Carolyn Devonshire December 10, 2010 at 5:06 PM People who DO work in offices can't even imagine the stress of combat duty. Sure, they may fight over donuts next to the coffee pot, but you made a powerful point here, Bob. Bravo! Love, Carolyn