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    This was sent to me this morning, it is very true, I've just got to share it with you

    The soldier stood and faced God
    Which must always come to pass.
    He hoped his shoes were shining,
    Just as brightly as his brass.

    'Step forward now, you soldier,
    How shall I deal with you ?
    Have you always turned the other cheek ?
    To My Church have you been true?'

    The soldier squared his shoulders and said,
    'No, Lord, I guess I ain't.
    Because those of us who carry guns,
    Can't always be a saint.

    I've had to work most Sundays,
    And at times my talk was tough.
    And sometimes I've been violent,
    Because the world is awfully rough.

    But, I never took a penny,
    That wasn't mine to keep...
    Though I worked a lot of overtime,
    When the bills got just too steep.

    And I never passed a cry for help,
    Though at times I shook with fear.
    And sometimes, God, forgive me,
    I've wept unmanly tears.

    I know I don't deserve a place,
    Among the people here.
    They never wanted me around,
    Except to calm their fears.

    If you've a place for me here, Lord,
    It needn't be so grand.
    I never expected or had too much,
    But if you don't, I'll understand.

    There was a silence all around the throne,
    Where the saints had often trod.
    As the soldier waited quietly,
    For the judgment of his God.

    'Step forward now, you soldie
    r,
    You've borne your burdens well.
    Walk peacefully on Heaven's streets,
    You've done your time in Hell.'

    Author Unknown~

    It's the Military, not the reporter who has given us the freedom of the
    Press. It's the Military, not the poet, who has given us the freedom of
    Speech. It's the Military, not the politicians that ensures our right to
    Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness. It's the Military who salutes
    The flag, who serves beneath the flag, and whose coffin is draped by
    The flag.

    If you care to offer the smallest token of recognition and appreciation for
    The Military, please pass this on and pray for our men and women who have
    Served and are currently serving our country and pray for those who
    Have given the ultimate sacrifice for freedom.

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