The holidays are upon us And Christmas is
drawing near But for far too many Families There won't be a "Happy New
Year". Their loved ones are off at War In some far-off foreign
land Some of them are gone forever Not at all, what they had
planned. Many of them, "weekend Warriors" Who planned Serving in
their hometown Some promised one Tour of Duty But sent for one more
"turn-a-round". There are numbers to toss about But to those Families
just, that "One" As they Pray for a safe return And the day that War is
done. They all go and do their Duty Find a special
Camaraderie Which only those in Battle know Becoming part of their
Family. But, it really isn't quite the same Especially, on that
Christmas Day They think of loved ones back at home Who send Prayers and
Love their way. Another New Year is coming soon Another one we'll be
at War And one more Holiday Season That won't be like it was
before. Especially if you're a lucky one Who doesn't live with that
haunting fear Think of all those who Sacrifice And hope it will be better
next year. If you know a Service Family With either Blue or a Gold
Star Take a moment to thank them Show them how grateful that you
are. When you see a Military Uniform Proudly coming toward your
way Give a Salute, say, "Thank you!" For the price they have to
pay. As we Celebrate these Holidays Shared with Friends and
Family Remember those who went to War So we all can have our
Liberty. Let us hope for an end to War So that each and every
day We can rejoice and celebrate The Warrior's Holiday.
