“I Will Remember”
Scott Ashley Kingsmore
5/31/11
You answered a call to serve,
Beginning with sweat and dust and nerve.
The trials you endured to prove,
That your resolve couldn’t be moved.
I will remember.
The uniform you donned with pride,
With others, side by side.
With shining buttons and sharply pressed,
Like you, waiting for the test.
I will remember.
On land, on sea or in air,
“First to Fight…,” “Always Ready…,” you’ll be there.
“Rolling Along…,” “Off We Go…,” “Anchors Aweigh…,”
You charge bravely into the fray.
I will remember.
All it took inside an eternity of strife,
Was a fragment of a moment to end your life.
Your courage was met with destiny,
Because of your sacrifice I remain free!
I will remember!
I pray that you know my deep appreciation,
For the price you've paid for our great nation.
I WILL REMEMBER!
