am saying this to you
thank god for every soldier
thank god for what you do!
A true soldier is tough indeed
standing tall and strong when there is a need

A soldier also feels sadness, pain, and sorrow
sometimes not looking forward to the trials of tomorrow

When a soldier is wounded in battle
the nerves of his buddies it does rattle
when news reaches friends and family at home
how their worries and minds begin to roam

A wounded soldier feels inadequate at best
stopping him from much needed healing rest
a wounded soldier wonders will he ever be alright,
trusting in god that he'll make it through the night.
When a soldier is wounded far beyond repair
the loss and pain felt can not compare
the cost of a soldier is set so very high
they assure our freedom will always apply

To stand beside a soldier and walk through his pain
will humble a civilian, no longer to complain

Love, patience, trust and hope is what a soldier needs
to get him through some very