I never knew
the true meaning
of sacrifice
until I became a soldier.
To have everything I want
and let it slip away
no matter the pain-
because my life is not my own.
I never knew
the true meaning
of selfless service
until I became a soldier.
Putting others needs
before my own
no matter the cost-
because I serve my country first.
I never knew
the true meaning
of duty
until I became a soldier.
To do what is asked of me
without question or hesitation
no matter the price-
because my job is my life.
I never knew
the true meaning
of achievement
until I became a soldier.
To attempt the "impossible"
and make it a reality
no matter the challenge-
because I refuse to give up.
I never knew
the true meaning
of friendship
until I became a soldier.
To always have each others backs
and unwavering loyalty
no matter the situation-
because we are a family.
I never knew
the true meaning
of pride
until I became a soldier.
To hold my head up high
and know that I am making a difference
no matter the criticism-
because I am an American Soldier.
Author notes
Joining the Army changed my life because it gave a whole new set of values to define my life by. It set me new challenges, new goals, a new way of looking at my life.
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I agree, as a soldier you must have stamina, and to acheive you must put forth the effort and to be a soldier you must tolerate the commands given without any questions, great poem of bravery here, thank you for this entry...
good luck
and thank you for giving your heart and soul to your Country...
Linda
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Amazing write that screams out truth within the Army. Inspirational for those who want to enlist and become an American Soldier...
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Thank you! This is an amazing piece, very uplifting and inspirational! I love all the qualities that this event helped you learn about yourself. That, and it is very well written! I love the last stanza! Well done! Thank you for entering and good luck in my contest!
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this is a great poem, very beautiful, as my rules say, you need to put how this event changed your life in the AN please, or I will have to DQ you. Thanks!
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Excellent write...God bless you all...mal
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well
Well young soldier I stand and salute you and all who have the courage to serve our great country. You are the very best we have to offer and many back home know that. Write on please and thanks for your servive. Also if you can search out a peom of mine 'The proud American' I would like you to read & comment. Again thank you. -
...wow!no wonder why soldiers become soldiers! i salute you...a great poem, thanks for the thought!
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Fantastic write
That is shear magic, every stanza flows along beautifully . Very well written. -
This is amazing... something I'd expect to read in The New York Times...
Thank you for what you do, and all you sacrifice. Wonderful, wonderful write!
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Great
And i am so proud of our troops for they are the best this nation has to offer. I salute you all and please read 2 of my poems if you will.. ' A letter to a friend' & The proud American' Please Again great write
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Yes sir, You have hit the ball clear out of the park with this one, my friend. Plain and simple, the youth of America, they have a grip and you hold on tight because you are the future of this country. Thank you for this poem. Good write. Thanks for your entry and good luck in the contest.
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VERY Good.
Very good poem. You draw readers emotions out by expressing your own feelings, wonderful! Though you may not always feel appreciated, there are those of us who know you are making a great sacrifice on our behalf, and we thank you. Wonderful write, good job.<3 Less
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Wow
I'm speechless. This is so damn good that I can hardly begin to describe. Amazing. Love it all
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Strong Soul
That is what it takes to do what you do. Only the strong can serve this country. That is all I would want next to me in a foxhole. I would want you next to me.
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You are our best Thank you for serving.
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thank you for serving,how have you been, ummm thank you for writing this in my contest,i really like this one it brought tears to my eyes all that i have ever wanted is to become a soldier and i really dont think that i will because of a weight problem and it really hurts me, but anyway, thank you
shannon -
I don't like war, And I want world peace but I think it is nessesary to fight for some things. I like How it shows the true faith of a soldier and it reminds me of just how easy we have it in canada and the U.S sometimes everyone seems to forget about the people risking there lives everyday to protect each and every one of us! Great Poem
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