AMERICAN SOLDIER I AM

Tribute to American Military Veterans

I sleep in fox holes

With little to eat;

I stand at my post

In cold, heat or sleet

My Dad stood watch in the jungles of Nam

A faithful American Soldier I Am

I'm here by my own choice

I'm here day and night---

My Gramps died at Pearl Harbour

On that now fateful night;

I'm taking my turn for one and all

Making sure that Old Glory shall never fall.

I'm away from my dear family

My own kids and my home,

My wife sends me pictures

--Often I'm afraid and along---

All I ask is that you pray for this son of Uncle Sam

A dedicated and faithful American Soldier I Am.

2014 by Douglas Raymond Rose

Member Academy of American Poets.

Author's Note

Thanks for helping to honor all our Veterans. My father (Raymond A. Rose)served in the US Air Force during World War II and was stationed on Island of Guam. He died in 1991.

Reviews

[Sami Khalil]

I read this again. Excellent...:)......

[poetdoug]

Thanks Sami. Your words are greatly appreciated

[Sami Khalil]

You are welcome...:).....

[Sami Khalil]

A great poem and tribute. Voluntary service to serve a great nation. Bravo........

[jacob erin-cilberto]

they deserve all of our praise and prayers for their sacrifice...beautiful poem, Doug.

jacob

[poetdoug]

I heartily agree. Thanks so much Jacob my friend.

[Ryan Henderson]

Very good poem! It is good that our generation does not forget to honour the fallen who died in service of the country. And my deepest condolences to your father. He sounded like a brave man. Thank you for sharing this beautiful poem!

[poetdoug]

Thanks Ryan for your thoughtful words and review.

Thanks Ryan for your thoughtful words and review.