The American Soldier

Taken the road less traveled 
He ventures out into the great beyond 

Saying goodbye to all the loved ones 
He left behind 

Choosing to join the military 
Was not a easy choice by far 

Like his dad and grandpa before him 
He felt a calling to serve 

Fighting for our freedoms 
We hold so dear 

Enduring hardships 
Fears in the back of his mind 

This is the life of the common soldier
Who is fighting to stay alive 

So we as a nation 
Can enjoy our liberties and pursuit of happiness 

As the evening comes to a close 
On this beautiful starry night 

He dreams of one day 
Coming home to kiss his beautiful wife 

Until that day approaches 
He will be patiently , waiting , And wanting 

To get out of this place alive 
So that he can begin 

A new chapter in his already 
Wonderful and grateful life