My Father Is a Soldier

My father is a hero.
He stands so tall and proud.
His hands are firm, But gentle.
He stands out in a crowd.
People stop to Thank him.
For Freedom he does fight.
My father is a Soldier.
But he's my Dad at night!
Copyright © | Year Posted 2007

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Suzadail Jr. Avatar
October 30, 2010 at 7:47 PM
Nice tribute to your father Christie. I'm sure he is as proud of you as you are of him. Vince
Kendrick Avatar
October 30, 2010 at 11:16 AM
I am glad that I chose this Homepage Featured Poem to read this afternoon..I really enjoyed it..It is wonderful to read of someone whose dad is so loved and respected..Sara
Brown Avatar
October 25, 2010 at 12:05 PM
Congratulations on your well deserved poem being picked to be featured this week Christie. Love, Carol
Goff Avatar
June 6, 2010 at 5:57 PM
I'm the first generation in my family not to serve, God Bless you and your Dad! jimbo
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